Oregon Motorcycle Permit Test

Riding alongside another vehicle is dangerous because you could be in the vehicle's blind spot. The driver may enter your lane without warning if they can't see you. The vehicle also blocks your route of escape if another hazard arises.

Strategies for making yourself more visible include wearing brightly colored and reflective clothing, keeping your headlight on at all times, and varying your lane position as conditions demand.

Trying to accelerate out of a wobble will only increase the problem. Instead, grip the handlebars firmly (without trying to fight the wobble), slow down while gradually closing the throttle (not by braking), move your weight as far forward and downward as you can; and pull off the road as soon as you safely can to address the problem causing the wobble.

You should stay well behind the vehicle in front of you even if it is stopped. The vehicle could back up unexpectedly, or you might need room to get out of the way of another vehicle bearing down on you from behind.

You should avoid riding if you are tired. Take rest breaks at least every two hours to reduce the risk of fatigue.

A small technical fault can have much more serious consequences on a motorcycle than on a car. To avoid these consequences, inspect your motorcycle before every ride.