• Take responsibility for your own safety . Riding impaired puts everyone at twice the risk . Don ’ t risk it with drugs or alcohol , it just isn ’ t worth it .
• Aggressive cornering is another frequent cause of accidents . Slow down and only ride within your ability . Remember , gravity will win – every time .
• Risky driving is always a bad idea , especially riding wheelies and cutting in and out of traffic on the highway .
SEE YOUR PATH , SEARCH , EVALUATE , EXECUTE .
Consider the entire area around a car as the blind spot , and ride as if you are invisible to the driver . Even when drivers are scanning the road , they often don ’ t recognize a motorcycle because they are not looking for it . Make yourself visible with clothing , have your headlight on , use your horn if necessary , and ride using the SEE method . Motorcycle Safety Foundation ( MSF ) promotes the Search-Evaluate- Execute strategy ( SEE ) to judge situations while riding , and have the ability to react to hazards .
• Search – visually recognize the area around you and ahead of you , by examining the situation and obstacles , checking mirrors , watching for traffic signals and signs .
• Evaluate – Anticipate and be ready for all types of incidents . Is the car approaching the light going to stop ? Is the curve ahead tighter than you think ? Is the
road filled with grooves and potholes that can cause an accident ?
• Execute – Assert the proper action in response to the situation . Adjust your speed ( maybe increase it ), take an evasive maneuver , or simply honk or wave to get a driver ’ s ( or pedestrian ’ s ) attention .
You may have to give up your right of way , or change your route , but those are small concessions to give to remain safe .
All Colorado riders are part of our fun-loving and responsible two-wheel family , and we don ’ t want to lose anyone . If you don ’ t have your endorsement — please go get it ! Visit our training and testing advertisers in the Biker Friendly Directory
The road is not entirely a danger zone , but going with your eyes open and the right attitude , can lead you to some great places . Ride safe !
Source : 2015 MOST Annual Report