You have been drinking at a function
Do not ride: take public transport home.
Reducing the outward pull (centrifugal force) on a curve
Slow down and change to a lower gear before the curve.
Feeling sleepy while riding
Stop at a safe place and rest.
Checking your blind spot before changing lane
Turn your head and look over your shoulder.
Ask your doctor whether it will affect your riding. If it does, do not ride.
Blind spots of a heavy vehicle
At the sides, the rear and the front. Do not ride in them: the driver may not see you.
Extra weight on a motorcycle
It raises the centre of gravity and makes the motorcycle less stable: take more care on bends.
Aquaplaning (the steering feels very light)
Ease off the throttle and slow down gently. Do not brake hard.
How often to check your mirrors
About every 5 to 10 seconds, and before moving off, slowing, stopping, changing lane, overtaking and turning.
Share of riding information that comes through your eyes
About 80%: keep your eyes moving about every two seconds.
When a road is most slippery in rain
At the start of the rain, before the oil and dirt are washed away.
What makes your reaction time longer
Being tired or having drunk alcohol.
Riding too close behind a large vehicle
It blocks your view ahead and leaves you too little room to brake if it stops or goods fall off.
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