2. WEAR YOUR
HELMET
Ontario law requires all
motorcyclists and passengers
to wear a helmet.
Helmets can protect against
serious brain injury in the
event of an accident.
4. MAKE IT EASY FOR OTHER
DRIVERS TO SEE YOU
Wear reflective or bright clothing
Use a headlight at all times
Use reflectors on your motorcycle
Ride where you're visible to other drivers
6. OBEY POSTED
SPEEDS AND
TRAFFIC LAWS
Lane splitting can be a
ticketable offense.
Speeding greatly increases your
risk of an accident and serious
injury.
Pay attention to signs warning of
sharp curves and other
potentially dangerous conditions.
7. WATCH THE
WEATHER
Checking the forecast before you get
on your motorcycle can help you be
prepared for changing road conditions.
Have a plan in place for inclement
weather.
8. DON’T DRIVE
IMPAIRED
Drugs, alcohol, and some
medications can negatively
impact your reaction times and
decision making.
Driving impaired makes you a
risk to yourself and everyone
else on the road.
9. USE CAUTION AT
INTERSECTIONS
Approach intersections defensively.
Other motorists often cause motorcycle
accidents at intersections due to
inattentiveness.
DO NOT:
Assume a motorist sees you
Ride between vehicles
Ride in a vehicle’s blind spot
10. W E W A N T T O H E L P .
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HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED IN A
MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT IN
ONTARIO?