How to be Seen on Motorcycles

Avoid Riding a Black Bike

The color white registers effectively in peripheral vision.

Photo © Sloan Essman

Black motorcycles look cool, but they tend to visually blend into their surroundings. Riding a more brightly colored bike- whether it's white, yellow, or even red- will increase the odds that you'll register in the peripheral vision of other vehicles.

• How to Maximize Visibility: Stay Out of Blind Spots and Create a Safety Buffer
• Avoid Riding a Black Bike
• Wear Bright or Reflective Gear
• Use Reflective Tape
• Use Your Hands
• Tap Your Brakes
• Use Your High Beams When it's Safe
• Use a Headlight Modulator
• Use Running Lamps
• Use Your Horn if Necessary