bike safety for sales team
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Areas of Discussion
• Pre-ride inspection.
• The motorcycle.
• The rider.
• The licenses.
• The passenger.
• Group riding.
• The hazards.
MSF’s Pre-Ride Check
• T---Tires
• C---Controls
• L---Lights and Switches
• O---Oil and Fuel
• C---Chain
• K---Kick and Side Stand
The Motorcycle
• Handlebars: No person shall operate any motorcycle with handlebars more
than 15 inches in height above the portion of the seat occupied by the
operator.
• Mirrors: required on all motorcycles.
• Electric turn signals: required on motorcycles
• Footrest: Should be in good condition and in good angle, so that you can use gear and breaks
perfectly.
The Rider
• Riding Position: Sitting on seat, facing forward, one leg on
each side, and shall not carry any person or package that will interfere with the operation or control.
• Helmet: Required on all operators and passengers , a research
estimates helmets are 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries)
• Eye Protection: can be goggles, helmet’s face shield, or bike’s
windshield is of sufficient height to afford adequate eye protection.
• Gloves, boots, riding apparel and a helmet are recommended.
The Passenger
• Eye Protection: not required.
• Helmet: Required
• Know your passenger/rider: communicate about riding experience and motorcycling
knowledge.
GROUP RIDING
• Proper mind set and attitude!!
• Ideal group size is 5 to 7 motorcycles, larger groups should break up into
mini groups.
• Designate “LEAD” and “SWEEP” riders.
• Understand and be able to use hand signals.
• Planning and preparation are key, don’t just “wing it”
The Hazards
• Loose gravel. (Slippery road)
• Oil spots & vehicle fluids.
• Animals.
• Manhole covers, metal surfaces.
• Uneven roads and/or lanes.
• Rain covered windshield/face shield.
Nation Wide
• In 2004, 4,008 people died in
motorcycle crashes – up from
3,714 in 2003
• There were 5.4 million
motorcycles on US roads in
2003
• Motorcycle sales reached about
1,100,000 in 2004 – an increase
that hasn’t occurred in 30 years
Nation Wide continued….
• In 2004, 21% of motorcycle operators had a BAC over .08% compared to 22% of drivers of passenger cars.
• 36% of all operators were speeding, twice the rate of passenger cars/light trucks.
• 24% were riding without a valid license/endorsement, compared to 12% for passenger car operators.
• 76,000 motorcycle riders were injured in 2004 compared to 67,000 in 2003 (13.4% increase)