From the article: How to be Seen on Motorcycles
There are city, state, and nationally imposed rules... but there are also personal ones, guidelines we decide upon and enact every time we climb aboard a motorcycle. What are your rules for riding? Share them here!
RIDING RULES
- THANKS i like the many rules have read about people , they are really helping us
- —Guest KENNEDY
practice time
- in a parking lot in a shut-down plant. check for glass, oil, grouchy security guards first. Then practice S turns, stops, small 8s, left & right turns. On the town street, go mornings 9:30 to 10:30 (after rush hour, before deliverymen & contractors get into their runs)
- —Guest seth
Always be ...
- ...aware of what's around you, ALL the time. know who's who and where, especially at a signal ... never ease up, not paranoia, just aware ...
- —Guest barstowsbaby
Left Turns
- I am always concerned with turning left, waiting on traffic, when there is room on my right side for cars to get around! I try to hog the middle of the road to keep traffic from going around quickly because the cars behind the first one may not realize you are sitting there waiting to turn!!
- —Guest commonsense
After 30 yrs
- Protective attire, helmet, look over shoulder when swapping lanes, look @ auto rear view mirrors when advancing & passing them, don't ride above your comfort zone on public street.
- —Kmasa
3 rules to live by
- First-don't trust your mirrors. Turn your head & really look before changing lanes Second-the front brake will stop you much faster than the rear brake Third-if you get hit by a car, it doesn't matter who's at fault, you lose.
- —Guest Rich
eponym
- Riding a motorcycle without proper attire is just plain foolish. It's not necessarily a guarantee for not getting injured, but it it can seriously make a difference between mild abrasions and serious injuries and possible fatalities. I am always looking ahead for hazards and behind me as well. I like the 12 second rule. I am constantly reassessing exit strategy plans while riding. I ride within the limit, and assume that cagers cannot see me. Bottom lineis - We must be more alert at all times. And yes, I always pray before a ride, in fact even when I am not riding. These rider opinion polls are great and keep us all aware and ready to share safety tips with fellow riders. May you all get home safe and refreshed.
- —Guest scott
Only 2 Rules:
- I have just two rules for riding. The first is to always wear the right gear--Helmet, Gloves, Jacket/Armor, and Boots. The second rule is: Never be in a hurry! Being in a hurry means distraction, and distraction is a short road to a wreck.
- —Guest Philip D. Mann
motorcycle rider
- I ride a harley sportster it is loud but come on people its a Harley They are suppose to be loud
- —Guest doctom
Safe Riding
- Since the age of 23, when (back in 1968) I started my serious riding experience on a (nightmare brand new) Norton Commando till now (always on street-touring BMW bikes), I found particularly useful to keep in mind, among others, the following principles: 1. To be physically and mentally OK to repeat it next day, week, month, year, the next 10 years or even the next 50 years ! 2. To limit my rindings away from the city roads, 3. To have, when on the move, in front of me, on my left and behind me, enough free space, and 4. To keep the 1-2 second rule before start the bike, behind a light, when the left side of the cross-road is not seen.
- —Guest grontog
Riding Rules
- Ride as if you're invisible while making every attempt to make yourself as visible as possible by choosing appropriate gear, lane & lane position. Continually play "what ifs" expecting the worse from others so you can respond appropriately and safely. Ride the ride at your skill level and keep a space cushion around you for an exit strategy. Ride respectfully. Do not intimidate cagers by popping wheelies on public roads or in traffic. Maintain and improve your riding skills. Start, stop and negotiate curves smoothly and efficiently. Look through your path of travel and select the best lines to travel that path. Assess those skills so you know how well you're riding and adjust as necessary. Make sure your bike is in good riding condition. Check your tire pressure regularly. Maintain a positive attitude. Relax, enjoy and smile!
- —Guest slr01
Ridin' Rules
- Be accustomed to riding hard; it's training for when you come up on "the big one".
- —Guest 83shovelhead
What Are Your Rules for Riding?
- Well Im 76 years old and have only dropped a bike twice once on the road and once in the drive. But my road rules , besides wearing the right gear , is to follow the rules of the road to a "T", and to always keep a large distance betwen me and the cage in front , like anywhere from 100 to 200 meters (yards)and if any one wants to pass me ? I let them . Watch out for sand on the corners in the spring time.It acts like ball bearings under your tires.Plan your moves well ahead of time and act accordingly. Keep up with traffic ...too slow can be a killer Maintain your bike and check tire pressures monthly They are extremely critical for proper handling. Other than that > dont ever trust a cager. Im a cager in winter but that doesnt count LOL
- —Guest mred
Newbie
- Hello. Just received my M2 and I am super excited. I am a newbie but Iam going to take this really slow. Also I think that I will invest in Motorcyle Body armour.
- —Guest Andy
Visibility
- Use a head light modulator or use high beams during the day, Wear high visibility vest of jacket. Avoid group rides.
- —Guest Cooler
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