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But proper skills and knowledge are needed to ride safely in traffic conditions.  \nThis 18th edition of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Motorcycle Operator Manual* contains tips and strategies to help riders manage risk. The manual was written for novices and designed for use in licensing programs, but there’s great information for all two-and three-wheel motorcycle riders. Topics covered include motorcycle controls, developing effective street strategies, group riding, riding with a passenger, and more.  \nAdditional resources are available [at MSF-USA.org](at MSF-USA.org), including the new MSF Basic eCourse, with interactive online exercises. But the best way to learn to ride is through formal hands-on training, like with the MSF Basic RiderCourse, where you’ll learn how  \nto properly operate a motorcycle with the help of MSF-certified RiderCoaches.  \nMaking motorcycling safer, and as a result more fun, is our goal.  \nErik Pritchard  \nPresident  \nMotorcycle Safety Foundation  \n*The original Motorcycle Operator Manual was developed by the National Public Services Research Institute under contract to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration as part of a cooperative agreement between NHTSA and the MSF. Continuing to help state agencies with their licensing programs, the MSF offers the source files of this booklet to them at no charge. Write to [MSF@MSF-USA.org](MSF@MSF-USA.org) for more information.  \nTHE TOP FIVE REASONS MOTORCYCLISTS CRASH ON UTAH HIGHWAYS BASED ON 2016 STATISTICS PROVIDED BY THE UTAH DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY’S HIGHWAY SAFETY OFFICE:  \n1. Failure to yield right of way  \n2. Follow too closely  \n3. Failed to keep in proper lane  \n4. Speed too fast for conditions  \n5. Ran off the road  \n2CONTENTS  \nMotorcycling in Utah ..................UT 1  \nTHE RIDER AND  \nTHE MOTORCYCLE 3  \nPREPARING TO RIDE Wear the Right Gear 4  \nKnow Your Motorcycle 6  \nKnow Your Responsibilities 9  \nRIDE WITHIN YOUR ABILITIES Basic Vehicle Control 10  \nKeeping Your Distance 13  \nSEE 17  \nIntersections 19  \nIncreasing Conspicuity 22  \nCrash Avoidance 25  \nHandling Dangerous Surfaces 28  \nMechanical Problems 30  \nAnimals 32  \nFlying Objects 33  \nGetting Off the Road 33  \nCarrying Passengers  \nand Cargo 33 Group Riding 36  \nBEING IN SHAPE TO RIDE Why This Information Is  \nImportant 40  \nAlcohol and Other Drugs in  \nMotorcycle Operation 40 Alcohol in the Body 40  \nAlcohol and the Law 41  \nMinimize the Risks 42  \nStep in to Protect Friends 42  \nCannabis and  \nMotorcycle Operation 43 Fatigue 43  \nEARNING YOUR LICENSE OR ENDORSEMENT 44  \nTHREE-WHEEL SUPPLEMENT Supplementary Information for ThreeWheel Motorcycles 46 Know Your Vehicle 46  \nBasic Vehicle Control 48  \nCarrying Passengers and Cargo 51 HAND SIGNALS 52  \nT-CLOCS PRE-RIDE CHECKLIST 54  \nMOTORCYCLING IN UTAH  \nMotorcycling is a very popular form of recreation as well as transportation for thousands of residents through the Beehive State. Riding is fun, exciting, and challenging, but it has its risks because riders are exposed and vulnerable. The greatest challenge you face when riding is to avoid accidents and injury.  \nThe basic content of this motorcycle operator manual has been developed and provided by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, and discusses motorcycle operations in general. This section contains information pertaining specifically to motorcycling in the State of Utah, and is only a part of what every good motorcycle rider should know. This section condenses or paraphrases the actual language of the Utah Traffic Code. We hope this information will help you enjoy riding and meet the challenges every rider faces on our streets and highways.  \nREQUIRED EQUIPMENT  \nEvery motorcycle and every other type of motor-driven cycle (bicycles with motors, etc. ) shall be equipped with the following items:  \n• One head lamp;  \n• One tail lamp;  \n• Either a tail lamp or separate lamp to","cbCaijSYcH8cImz7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaijSYcH8cImz7","pdf",4505577,96,"English","# Contents\n## Preface\n## The Top Five Reasons Motorcyclists Crash on Utah Highways\n## Motorcycling in Utah\n## Required Equipment\n## Protective Headgear (Helmets)\n## Safety Inspections\n## Registration","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the Motorcycle Operator Manual?\",\"answer\":\"It offers tips and strategies to help riders manage risk and learn safe motorcycle operation, including information useful for licensing programs and new riders.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the top five reasons motorcyclists crash on Utah highways (2016 statistics)?\",\"answer\":\"Failure to yield right of way; follow too closely; failed to keep in proper lane; speed too fast for conditions; and ran off the road.\"},{\"question\":\"What required equipment must motorcycles and motor-driven cycles have in Utah?\",\"answer\":\"Examples include a head lamp and tail lamp, a white-light rear license plate illumination option, a red rear reflector, a stop lamp, braking system, horn or warning device, compliant muffler/emission control, mirror, minimum tire tread depth, passenger foot rests, and turn signals for motorcycles manufactured after January 1, 1973.\"}]","Motorcycle Safety Foundation Motorcycle Operator Manual - 18th Edition | PDF",242]