Pa motorcycle training manual

Update Emergency Contact Info. Page Content. Sharing the Road with Motorcycles and Vehicles Today's motorcycle riders are friends, relatives, and neighbors. Crashes are most likely to occur in these high-risk situations: Left turns: Approximately one-half of all motorcycle crashes involve another motor vehicle.

Nearly 40 percent were caused by the other vehicle turning left in front of the motorcyclist. Vehicle's blind spot: Remember, motorcyclists are often hidden in a vehicle's blind spot or missed in a quick look due to their smaller size. Always make a visual check for motorcycles by checking mirrors and blind spots before entering or leaving a lane of traffic and at intersections.

Hazardous road conditions: Motorcyclists may change speed or adjust their position within a lane suddenly in reaction to road and traffic conditions such as potholes, gravel, wet or slippery surfaces, pavement seams, railroad crossings, and grooved pavement. Weather conditions: When the road surface is wet or icy, motorcyclists' braking and handling abilities are impaired.

Strong winds: A strong gust of wind can move a motorcycle across an entire lane if the rider is not prepared for it. Wind gusts from large trucks in the other lane can be a real hazard. Large vehicles: A large vehicle, such as a van or truck, can block a motorcycle from a driver's view. The motorcyclist may seem to suddenly appear from nowhere. Sharing the roadway is a good indication motorists and motorcyclists both recognize the importance of cooperation.

By curbing aggressive behavior and operating vehicles in accordance with common sense, courtesy and the law, motorists and motorcyclists can ride together on the road. Chapter 1: Non-Commercial Learner's You'll get your Class M motorcycle license after you pass a skills test. Your license may have restrictions based on the type of motorcycle you use for your test. You may be restricted to the type of motorcycle HPs, number of wheels etc you are licensed to drive based on what kind of motorcycle you used during your skills test.

You can make an appointment for your test at a PennDOT office. Read the motorcycle manual for a list of the skills you'll be required to demonstrate during your test. The perfect next step for newer and returning riders Improve your skills on your own bike and become a better, safer rider with the Total Control Intermediate Riding Clinic.

Take your riding to the top level Mastering advanced riding techniques is crucial for safety and should never be postponed. Are you ready to ride? Find your nearest location and come learn with us!

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