Safety
Protective gear, basic rules and riding in bad conditions. In an accident, call 112 first.
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Protective gear
- Helmet approved to ECE 22.05 or ECE 22.06 (mandatory for rider and passenger)
- Protective gloves made of leather or textile
- Motorcycle jacket with protectors
- Long trousers (preferably motorcycle trousers)
- Closed shoes, preferably motorcycle boots
- Reflective vest for stops by the road (recommended)
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Basic traffic rules
- Keep your lights on at all times, even during the day
- Obey speed limits in all conditions
- Keep a following distance of at least 3 seconds
- Stay out of cars’ blind spots
- Signal every change of direction
- Ride predictably, without sudden manoeuvres
- Watch for bumps, oil and wet roads
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Riding in bad conditions
- Slow down considerably in the rain
- Avoid metal covers and road markings
- Increase the distance to other vehicles
- Use the throttle and brakes smoothly
- Watch for aquaplaning at higher speeds
In an accident
Call 112. The Android app can send an SOS with your location to your emergency contacts.