Safe Skeuter Advise!

Safety is paramount for whatever vehicle you’re driving, but if you’re a motorbike rider you face additional dangers. So get clued up before you hit the road! Motorcycle riders have their own unique hazards to face. The car driver is at risk from his or her own careless driving as well as that of other people, but is at least cocooned in a protective metal casing.

The motorcyclist has no such protection, and should always bear in mind that they are especially vulnerable to the car driver’s blind spots – and the fact that some drivers just don’t consider bikes. People open doors clumsily when you’re approaching them, they fail to allow you space when you’re indicating right and some regard you as a nuisance rather than as a legitimate road user. But it’s up to you not to react badly – anger will cloud your judgment for the rest of your journey. The main thing to bear in mind once you’re on the road is that simply to survive you have to be better than the car drivers around you. You need to be able to anticipate what other motorists are about to do…

• You must be alert and observant
• You must ride at a speed that enables you to slow down in advance of trouble
• Watch your position; the middle of the lane is the best place as car drivers are more likely to see you
• Watch for hazards while overtaking
• Check for hazards over your shoulder before maneuvering.

Clothing with Bright or Contrasting colors will increase others’ awareness of you. Remember also that you are vulnerable to thieves. A cable padlock and chain will help secure your vehicle and be visible to would-be thieves.

• Protect Your Head -Wear a Helmet.

• See and Be Seen -Wear Bright Colors or Contrasting Colors

• Don’t use aggressive maneuvering

• Stay Alert -Keep a Lookout for Obstacles in Your Path.

• Go with the Flow . . . Ride WITH Traffic.

• Check for Traffic . . . Be Aware of Traffic Around
• You. (Intersections, Driveways).

• Learn Rules of the Road . . . Obey Traffic Laws.

• Assure Bicycle Readiness . . . Is Your Equipment Properly Adjusted?

• Can You Stop It? Check Brakes Before Riding

• Check Your Wheels. . Wheels Should Be Securely Fastened.

PLEASE READ THIS BEFORE SKEUTERING...!     

Please remember that Skeuters are new to the road-other drivers will NOT BE AWARE OF YOU-they won’t know you are there! Watch for PARKED CARS opening the driver’s door. Use your HORN TO NOTIFY others of your presence.

Watch for other vehicles CHANGING LANES & pulling out from parked spaces or driveways. Use you REAR VIEW MIRRORS to check traffic & remain alert and please Skeuter defensively and be very aware. Because Skeuters are almost SILENT, you may often surprise others!

Equipment Checklist:

Brakes-adjust if needed

Battery- determine charge status

Tire Pressure in Tires

Helmet-Always use protection for your head!

Horn-Use it often for notifying others

Mirrors-Adjust and use to remain aware

Turn Signals-Use them always

Headlight-Keep on for Safety

Drive with Utmost Care!

Smile and be Friendly!

 Skeuter  12120 Washington Blvd, Los  Angeles, CA 90066    310-425-4051  email: ZANE@SKEUTER.COM