Road Positioning – Sight
Buffering can improve your vision and make it easier for others to see you. The further back you follow other vehicles the better you can see around them. Approaching blind…
Road Positioning – Space
Create space (buffer) for oncoming vehicles.Slow down and buffer when a vehicle could turn across your path. You may need to buffer hazards even when they are on the other…
Road Positioning – Surface
Three key elements must be considered when choosing your position on the road. SPACE: Move away from hazards, like oncoming cars.SURFACE: If you need to ride on a poor surface…
Speed Management – Curves
BENDS & TURNS Slow down if you do not have a clear view of the road ahead and stay wide until the turn opens up.Two golden rules when dealing with…
Speed Management – Following
Stay at least 3 seconds behind the vehicle ahead (try and see the front wheels of the vehicle in front you through the bottom of the vehicle)Increase following distance in…
Speed Management – How
Low-risk riders manage their speed and road position to maintain a safety buffer completely around their motorcycle. To determine the safety buffer to the front of your motorcycle you need…