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Safety Guidelines
We
recommend
that
all riders take a certified
course approved by the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation
(MSF).
New riders should start
with
the
basic course, and even experienced riders
will find the advanced course beneficial.
For
information about
the
MSF
training course
nearest
you, call the national toll-free number:
(800) 446-9227.
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Other riding tips can be
found
in
the
You
and Your Motorcycle Riding
Tips
booklet
that
came
with
your scooter.
Ride
Defensively
Always pay attention
to
other
vehicles around
you, and do
not
assume
that
other drivers
see
you.
Be
prepared
to
stop quickly
or
perform an
evasive maneuver.
Make
Yourself
Easy
to
See
Make yourself more visible, especially at night,
by wearing bright reflective clothing,
positioning yourself so other drivers
can
see
you, signaling before turning or changing lanes,
and using your horn when necessary.
Ride
within
Your
Limits
Never ride beyond your personal abilities
or
faster than conditions warrant. Fatigue and
inattention can impair your ability
to
use
good
judgment
and ride safely.
Don't
Drink
and
Ride
Alcohol and riding don
't
mix.
Even
one
alcoholic drink
can
reduce your ability
to
respond
to
changing conditions, and your
reaction
time
gets worse
with
every additional
drink.
Don't
drink and ride, and
don't
let your
friends drink and ride either.