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Wear appropriate gear for comfort and protection. |
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Stand out. Wear bright clothing and use retroreflective
material. |
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Be Awake! Fatigue and drowsiness can impair
a motorcyclist's ability to react. |
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Plan. When riding in a group, determine your
route in advance and coordinate it with the other riders. |
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Inspect: Conduct a safety inspection of your
motorcycle before each ride. |
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Ride Sober. Alcohol and other drugs affect
judgment and do not mix with motorcycling. |
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Obey the Law. Don't speed; know the local
traffic laws and rules of the road. |
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Be Courteous. Be considerate on the road;
show courtesy and respect to other drivers. |
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Improve Take a defensive motorcycle driving
course to sharpen your street-riding strategies and accident-avoidance
skills. |