MSF 16th Edition, Operator'S Manual

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22 ridewithinyourabilities
There are no guarantees that
others see you. Never count on “eye
contact” as a sign that a driver will
yield. Too often, a driver looks right at a
motorcyclist and still fails to “see” him
or her. The only eyes that you can count
on are your own. If a car can enter your
path, assume that it will. Good riders
are always “looking for trouble” — not
to get into it, but to stay out of it.
Increase your chances of being
seen at intersections. Ride with your
headlight on and in a lane position that
provides the best view of oncoming
traffic. Provide a space cushion around
the motorcycle that permits you to
take evasive action. When approaching
an intersection where a vehicle driver
is preparing to cross your path, slow
down and select a lane position to
increase your visibility to that driver.
Cover the clutch lever and both brakes
to reduce reaction time. As you enter
Making eye contact with other
drivers:
A. Is a good sign they see you.
B. Is not worth the effort it takes.
C. Doesn’t mean that the driver will
yield.
D. Guarantees that the other driver will
yield to you.
testyourself 6
Answer - page 47
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