1. Watch your surroundings.
Watching your surroundings means watching: into the far, middle and near distance; and
behind you, using your mirrors and checking over your shoulders, before changing position or turning.
2. Keep your distance.
Use the ‘two second rule’ . In wet conditions, always leave a bigger gap.
3. Be seen.
Make sure your position is correct. Use dipped headlights and wear high visibility clothing (such as a neon vest and ‘Sam Browne’ reflective belt).
4. Do not surprise others.
Never do anything on the road that could cause another road user to slow down, brake or swerve or that could startle pedestrians.
5. Think like other road users.
Anticipate how other road users might react.
6. Read the road.
In other words, ride to current road, weather and traffic conditions.
7. Adopt the right speed for the conditions.
Never let others dictate your pace.
8. Never ride your bike after consuming alcohol or drugs.
9. Trust your machine by maintaining it properly.
10. Check petrol, oil, damage,
electrics, rubber (tyres) and security.