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OPERATOR SAFETY
An open-face helmet cannot off er the same protection for your face and jaw. Please wear detachable face
masks and goggles when wearing an open-face helmet.
Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection, as they are not rated for impact protection.
Debris may fl y up and or break the lens, causing eye injury.
Use tinted masks or goggles only during the day in bright light, do not use them at night or in poor light.
They may aff ect your ability to distinguish colors. Do not use them if your color discrimination is aff ected.
Gloves
Full-fi nger gloves could protect your hands from wind, sun, heat, cold, and splash. Well-fi tted gloves are
helpful for steering and relieve hand fatigue. If the gloves are too heavy, it will be diffi cult to operate the
vehicle.
A pair of strong motorcycle gloves off er protection for your hands in the event of an accident or turnover.
Snowmobile gloves off er better protection when operating in cold areas.
Jackets, Pants and Motorcycle Suits
Wear a jacket or a long sleeved shirt and long pants, or a full riding suit. Quality protective gear will provide
comfort, and it can help you avoid being distracted by adverse environmental elements. In case of an
accident, good quality protective gear made of sturdy material may prevent or reduce injury.
In cool-weather riding, protect yourself against hypothermia. Hypothermia, a condition of low body
temperature, can cause loss of concentration, slowed reactions and loss of smooth, precise muscle
movement. In cool conditions, proper protective gear like a windproof jacket and insulated layers of
clothing are essential. Even while riding at moderate temperatures, you can feel very cold due to the wind.
Protective gear that is appropriate for cold-weather riding may be too hot when stopped. Dress in layers
so that clothing can be removed as desired. Topping the protective gear with a windproof outer layer can
prevent cold air from reaching the skin.
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