Some things in life are inevitable- but getting into a motorcycle accident doesn’t have to be one of them. Each time you take your motorcycle out for a ride, you accept that there are some variables - from road conditions to the way other riders and vehicle operators are driving – that you have no control over. Fortunately, you can avoid an accident just by following simple steps to stay safe. 

• Get the proper motorcycle training – most motorcycle riders involved in accidents have little or no training
• Proper motorcycle maintenance will keep your motorcycle from malfunctioning
• Wear bright, reflective clothing
• Make sure that other drivers on the road can see you before you turn, stop or change lanes
• Use your horn if other drivers can’t see you
• Exercise caution at intersections
• At night, wear a clear face shield or glasses to that visibility isn’t reduced by scratches or darkness
• Use your headlight – even during the day
• Learn and practice the proper hang signals for turns
• Use your brake light
• Keep an adequate distance from other vehicles, including motorcycles sharing your lane
• Identify potential hazards before changing lanes, passing or turning
• Stay alert at all times

By forming safe habits, you greatly increase your chances of avoiding an accident on the road.