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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY KEY MESSAGES
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MOTORCYCLE SAFETY KEY MESSAGES
ADVICE TO DRIVERS
Respect the Motorcyclist.
- Motorcycles are vehicles with the same privileges as any vehicle on the roadway. Give the motorcyclist a full lane of travel.
Look for motorcycles.
- Motorcycles are smaller profile vehicles that are harder to see and whose speeds are more difficult to estimate.
- Look for motorcycles at intersections, especially before making a left turn.
- Check your blind spots frequently and before changing lanes.
- Always signal your intentions.
- Allow plenty of space. Traffic, weather and road conditions require the motorcyclists to react and maneuver differently. Allow enough room for the motorcyclist to maneuver and enough time for you to adjust.
Be courteous and respectful.
- Being courteous, non-aggressive and cooperative can go a long way in reducing crashes.
ADVICE TO RIDERS
Make yourself visible.
- Don’t assume that the driver of another vehicle can see you. As a motorcyclist, it is your responsibility to make your presence known.
- Choose riding gear that increases your visibility in traffic in addition to providing protection in the event of a crash. Use bright colors and retro-reflective strips or decals especially at night.
Ride so you are seen.
- There is no one safe place to ride. Use lane positioning to be seen. Ride with your headlights on and consider using a modulating headlight.
Give yourself space and time to react.
- Allow space for emergency braking or for avoiding a crash.
- Make your lane moves gradually.
- Signal your intentions. Signal before changing lanes.
- Avoid weaving between lanes.
- Flash your brake light when you are slowing down and before stopping.
Be Courteous and respect other road users.
- Being courteous, non-aggressive, and cooperative can go a long way in reducing crashes.
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