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Vehicle Safety
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
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Ride cautiously and keep your hands on the
handlebar and feet on the floor.
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Keep passenger’s hands onto the grab rail or
your waist, passenger’s feet on the footpegs
while riding.
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Always consider the safety of your passenger,
as well as other drivers and riders.
Protective Apparel
Make sure that you and any passenger are
wearing an approved helmet, eye protection,
and high-visibility protective clothing. Ride
defensively in response to weather and road
conditions. Be sure to avoid loose clothes that
could get caught on any part of your vehicle.
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Helmet
Safety-standard certified, high-visibility, correct
size for your head
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Must fit comfortably but securely, with the
chin strap fastened.
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Face shield with unobstructed field of vision
or other approved eye protection
WARNING
Not wearing a helmet increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a
crash.
Make sure that you and any passenger
always wear an approved helmet and
protective apparel.
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Gloves
Full-finger leather gloves with high abrasion
resistance
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Boots or Riding Shoes
Sturdy boots with non-slip soles and ankle
protection
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Jacket and Trousers
Protective, highly visible, long-sleeved jacket
and durable trousers for riding (or a protective
suit)
