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This is how I learned to ride and I believe in the program enough to have be come an MSF RiderCoach (2007 – 2025).<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Learn To Ride:  MSF (Motorcycle Safety Foundation)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Messages:<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1.     Get trained and licensed
\n2.     Wear protective gear — all the gear, all the time — including a helmet manufactured to the standards set by the DOT
\n3.     Ride unimpaired by alcohol or other drugs
\n4.     Ride within your own skill limits
\n5.     Be a lifelong learner by taking refresher rider courses  — Keep learning and working on riding skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

QUICK TIPS: General Guidelines For Riding A Motorcycle Safely<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Be visible:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Remember that motorists often have trouble seeing motorcycles and reacting in time.
\n\u2022 Make sure your headlight works and is on day and night.
\n\u2022 Use reflective strips or decals on your clothing and on your motorcycle.
\n\u2022 Be aware of the blind spots cars and trucks have.
\n\u2022 Flash your brake light when you are slowing down and before stopping.
\n\u2022 If a motorist doesn\u2019t see you, don\u2019t be afraid to use your horn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dress for safety:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Wear a quality helmet and eye protection.
\n\u2022 Wear bright clothing and a light-colored helmet.
\n\u2022 Wear leather or other thick, protective clothing.
\n\u2022 Choose long sleeves and pants, over-the-ankle boots, and gloves.
\n\u2022 Remember \u2013 the only thing between you and the road is your protective gear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apply effective mental strategies:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Constantly search the road for changing conditions.Use MSF\u2019s Search, Evaluate,
\nExecute strategy (SEE) to increase time and space safety margins.
\n\u2022 Give yourself space and time to respond to other motorists\u2019 actions.
\n\u2022 Give other motorists time and space to respond to you.
\n\u2022 Use lane positioning to be seen; ride in the part of a lane where you are most visible.
\n\u2022 Watch for turning vehicles.
\n\u2022 Signal your next move in advance.
\n\u2022 Avoid weaving between lanes.
\n\u2022 Pretend you\u2019re invisible, and ride extra defensively.
\n\u2022 Don’t ride when you are tired or under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
\n\u2022 Know and follow the rules of the road, and stick to the speed limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know your bike and how to use it:<\/strong>
\n\u2022 Get formal training and take refresher courses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Call 800.446.9227 or visit www.msf-usa.org to locate the Motorcycle Safety
\nFoundation hands-on RiderCourseSM nearest you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2022 Practice. Develop your riding techniques before going into heavy traffic. Know howto handle your bike in conditions such as wet or sandy roads, high winds, anduneven surfaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember:<\/strong> Give yourself space. People driving cars often just don\u2019t see
\nmotorcycles. Even when drivers do see you, chances are they\u2019ve never been on
\na motorcycle and can\u2019t properly judge your speed.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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