PREPARE TO RIDE
Other Riding Gear
Footwear
Always wear closed toe footwear.
Sturdy
over-the-ankle
boots
with
non-slip soles offer more protection
and allow you to plant your foot prop-
erly on footrest.
Avoid long shoelaces that can be tan-
gled in the accelerator or brake pedals.
For winter riding conditions, rubber
soled boots with either a nylon or
leather uppers, with removable felt
liners are best suited.
Avoid rubber boots. Rubber boots may
get trapped behind or between pedals,
impairing the proper operation of brake
and accelerator pedals.
Gloves
Full-fingered gloves protect hands
from the wind, sun, heat, cold and fly-
ing objects. Gloves that fit snugly will
improve grip on the steering wheel and
help reduce hand fatigue. Sturdy, rein-
forced motorcycle or ATV gloves help
protect hands better in the event of an
accident or a rollover. If gloves are too
bulky, it may be difficult to operate the
controls.
For winter riding conditions, hands
should be protected by a pair of snow-
mobile gloves which have sufficient
insulation and allow use of thumbs and
fingers for operation of controls.
Jackets, Pants and Riding Suits
Wear a jacket or a long sleeved shirt
and long pants, or a full riding suit.
Quality ATV-type protective gear will
provide comfort, and it can help you
avoid being distracted by adverse en-
vironmental elements. In case of a
crash, good quality protective gear
made of sturdy material may prevent
or reduce injury.
In cool-weather riding, protect your-
self against hypothermia. Hypother-
mia, a condition of low body tempera-
ture, can cause loss of concentration,
slowed reactions and loss of smooth,
precise muscle movement. In cool
conditions, proper protective gear like
a windproof jacket and insulated layers
of clothing are essential. Even while
riding at moderate temperatures, you
can feel very cold due to the wind.
Protective gear that is appropriate for
cold-weather riding may be too hot
when stopped. Dress in layers so that
clothing can be removed as desired.
Topping the protective gear with a
windproof outer layer can prevent cold
air from reaching the skin.
Rain Gear
If you must ride in wet weather, a rain
suit or a waterproof riding suit is rec-
ommended. On long rides, it is a good
idea to carry rain gear. A dry rider will
be much more comfortable and alert.
Hearing Protection
Long-term exposure to wind and en-
gine noise when riding can cause per-
manent hearing loss. Properly worn
hearing protective devices such as
earplugs can help prevent hearing loss.
Check local laws before using any hear-
ing protective devices.
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