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• Do not touch the engine or exhaust after riding as they will be
extremely hot right after the engine has been turned off.
• Park the motorcycle away from fuel or flammable materials.
Being seen
Many motorcycle accidents are caused by car drivers who do
not see motorcycle riders on the road. To reduce the chance of
an accident, follow these guidelines:
• Wear bright clothing to increase visibility. Bright orange,
yellow or green jackets or vests and a brightly colored helmet can
help others see you.
• Always use turn signals when you are planning to turn or
merge to main roads, and turn off signal after completing turns.
• Flash brake lights whenever you are going to slow down
quickly or where others may not expect you are going to slow
down.
• Stay out of blind spots of other motorists.
• When you come to an intersection, move to the portion of
your lane that will bring you into another driver
’
s field of sight at
the earliest possible moment.
Know Your Motorcycle
• Get training if you are inexperienced.
• Beginners should get training from a certified instructor.
• Become familiar with the motorcycle at slow speeds first.
Even if you are an experienced rider, do not attempt to operate at
maximum performance until you are very familiar with the vehicle.
• The equilibrium and stability of your motorcycle are affected
by the manner in which you load it. It is very important that you do
not install accessories that compromise the design and concept
of the motorcycle. Doing so could alter the safety of your motor-
cycle.
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