BIKE

SAFETY

Areas of Discussion

• Pre-ride inspection.

• The motorcycle.

• The rider.

• The licenses.

• The passenger.

• Group riding.

• The hazards.

Notice anything?

MSF’s Pre-Ride Check

• T---Tires

• C---Controls

• L---Lights and Switches

• O---Oil and Fuel

• C---Chain

• K---Kick and Side Stand

The Motorcycle

• Handlebars: No person shall operate any motorcycle with handlebars more

than 15 inches in height above the portion of the seat occupied by the

operator.

• Mirrors: required on all motorcycles.

• Electric turn signals: required on motorcycles

• Footrest: Should be in good condition and in good angle, so that you can use gear and breaks

perfectly.

The Rider

• Riding Position: Sitting on seat, facing forward, one leg on

each side, and shall not carry any person or package that will interfere with the operation or control.

• Helmet: Required on all operators and passengers , a research

estimates helmets are 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries)

• Eye Protection: can be goggles, helmet’s face shield, or bike’s

windshield is of sufficient height to afford adequate eye protection.

• Gloves, boots, riding apparel and a helmet are recommended.

The License

• Each motorcyclist should have a valid driving license.

The Passenger

• Eye Protection: not required.

• Helmet: Required

• Know your passenger/rider: communicate about riding experience and motorcycling

knowledge.

GROUP RIDING

• Proper mind set and attitude!!

• Ideal group size is 5 to 7 motorcycles, larger groups should break up into

mini groups.

• Designate “LEAD” and “SWEEP” riders.

• Understand and be able to use hand signals.

• Planning and preparation are key, don’t just “wing it”

Hand Signals

Staggered Riding Position

Motorcyclists Lane

On Highway, Motorcycles are entitled to a full lane on the road

The Hazards

• Loose gravel. (Slippery road)

• Oil spots & vehicle fluids.

• Animals.

• Manhole covers, metal surfaces.

• Uneven roads and/or lanes.

• Rain covered windshield/face shield.

The #1 Road Hazard

The Hazard of Uneven Lanes

Loose Gravel

Road Objects

Ever seen this?

Nation Wide

• In 2004, 4,008 people died in

motorcycle crashes – up from

3,714 in 2003

• There were 5.4 million

motorcycles on US roads in

2003

• Motorcycle sales reached about

1,100,000 in 2004 – an increase

that hasn’t occurred in 30 years

Nation Wide continued….

• In 2004, 21% of motorcycle operators had a BAC over .08% compared to 22% of drivers of passenger cars.

• 36% of all operators were speeding, twice the rate of passenger cars/light trucks.

• 24% were riding without a valid license/endorsement, compared to 12% for passenger car operators.

• 76,000 motorcycle riders were injured in 2004 compared to 67,000 in 2003 (13.4% increase)

Use good judgment and ride safely.

Thank You

By. Usman Ali