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Rider's obligations
All riders must hold a valid licence.
Warning
Riding without a licence is illegal and is
prosecuted by law. Always make sure you have your
licence with you when riding. Do not let
inexperienced riders or persons without a valid
licence use your motorcycle.
Do not ride under the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs.
Warning
Riding under the influence of alcohol and/or
drugs is illegal and is prosecuted by law.
Do not take prescription or other drugs before riding
unless you have consulted your doctor about their
side effects.
Warning
Some medications and drugs may cause
drowsiness or other effects that slow down reaction
time and the rider's ability to control the motorcycle,
possibly leading to an accident.
Some states require vehicle insurance.
Warning
Check your state laws. Obtain insurance
coverage and keep your insurance document secure
with the other motorcycle documents.
To protect rider and passenger safety, some states
mandate the use of a certified helmet.
Warning
Check your state laws. Riding without a helmet
may be punishable by law.
Warning
Riders without helmets are more likely to suffer
severe bodily injury or die if they are in an accident.
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