Check your state laws. Riding without a helmet
may be punishable by law.
Riders without helmets are more likely to
severe bodily injury or die if they are in an accident.
Check that your helmet complies with safety
specifications, permits good vision, is the right size
for your head, and carries a label
indicating that it conforms to the standards in force
in your state. Road laws from state to
state. Learn about laws in your state before
riding and always obey them.
Rider's training
Accidents are frequently due to inexperience.
Riding, manoeuvres and braking must be
in a way than on the other vehicles.
Untrained riders or a wrong use of the vehicle
may lead to loss of control, serious injuries or even
death.
Apparel
Riding gear is very for safety. Unlike cars,
a motorcycle no impact protection in an
accident.
Proper riding gear includes helmet, eye protection,
gloves, boots, back protector, long sleeve jacket and
long trousers.
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The helmet must meet the requirements listed
at "Rider's obligations"; if your helmet does not
have a visor, use suitable eye wear;
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Use five-finger gloves made from
leather or abrasion-resistant material; with
knuckle protectors and reinforcements on the
fingers;
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Riding boots or shoes must have non-slip soles
and ankle protection;
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The back protector must be and sized
based on the physical constitution of the rider,
according to the manufacturer's specifications;
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Jacket, trousers or riding suit must be
made from leather or abrasion-resistant
material and have high-visibility colours and
Select products with
protectors.
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