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You and Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips
© 2007
American Hotrod Manufacturing, LLC • 2220 Eastridge Avenue Riverside, CA 92507
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The publication “You and Your Motorcycle: Riding Tips” has been reprinted in it is entirety and included as a complete
chapter in this owners manual with the express written permission of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). This
chapter or materials in this chapter may not be reproduced, for resale or otherwise, without the express written
permission of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation.
The information in this publication is offered for the benefit of those who have an interest in motorcycles. The
information has been compiled from publications, interviews and observations of individuals and organizations familiar
with the use of motorcycles and training. Because there are many differences in product design, riding styles, federal,
state and local laws, there may be organizations and individuals who hold differing opinions. Consult your local
regulatory agencies concerning the operation of motorcycles in your area.
The Motorcycle Safety Foundation is a national, not-for-profit organization promoting the safety of motorcycles with
programs in rider training, operator licensing and public information.
INTRODUCTION
Congratulations! You have gained admission to the wonderful world of motorcycling. You are going to have a
marvelous time. You also have some new responsibilities, which is what this chapter is all about.
Motorcycling has grown more and more popular in recent years. We’re very glad to see the increase in people who
enjoy it. However, we’re also interested in keeping this a safe sport. The way to do this is to tell the rider – whether
novice or experienced – about operating a motorcycle safely. Your enjoyment, and your safety, depends on mastering
not only the art of motorcycling but also the realities of the traffic around you.
The staff at the Motorcycle Safety Foundation has prepared this booklet to provide you – the motorcycle rider – with
important tips that can help you to ride safely. Read these pages carefully. Thirty minutes spent reading this
information can be one of the most valuable half-hours of learning you have ever had.
THE RIDER
The Rider – That’s you! Riding a motorcycle properly is a skill you can learn. It’s not something you are born with, like
having red hair or blue eyes. It takes thinking and practice to ride one well. Unfortunately many riders never learn the
critical skills to ride safely and enjoy the sport to its fullest.
The best thing you can do is take a
RiderCourse® . Beginning riders may take the Motorcycle RiderCourse developed
by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF). People who have been riding for some time can also benefit from taking
an MSF Experienced
RiderCourse . You CAN teach an old dog new tricks.
The courses cover topics such as:
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effective turning techniques
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protective gear
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traffic strategies
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special riding situations
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effective braking techniques
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evasive maneuvers
The instruction is available nationwide. If you call the national toll-free number, (800) 446-9227, you will get the phone
number of a training site near you.