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Biking can be a dangerous pastime so however you like to ride keeping yourself visible on the road is paramount to keeping you, and the traffic around you, as safe as possible. If you drive a car or van you will be pretty hard to miss during the daytime however on a motorbike staying visible in traffic can often be a difficult challenge.

For bikers even parked cars can be hazardous, people opening doors or pulling out unexpectedly can all cause serious injury so try to stay in the middle of your lane, far enough from the roadside so you will be more visible and can quickly get out of harm’s way should anything happen. There are plenty of blind spots in normal cars so keep this in mind when you’re riding behind any vehicle. To get drivers to notice you always indicate before you start to move as people are much more likely to spot you in the rear view mirror if your indicator is flashing. As a rule never overtake unless you can honestly establish that it is safe to do so, but if you do need to overtake wait until you are on a straight road and make sure there is no oncoming traffic.

Staying safe is paramount so abiding by the rules of the road is a must for any biker. If you want to make sure you are extra safe there are a few bits of equipment you can buy that will help you stand out on a crowded road. The Hurt Report has noted that the use of reflective items of clothing significantly reduce the number of motorbike accidents so these are a must for any motorbike enthusiast. You can purchase a yellow reflector vest which will drastically improve your visibility but if you’re looking for something a little more subtle there are various belts and braces with highly reflective properties that will also help you be noticed. If riding around in these items damages your street cred, try choosing a brightly coloured bike to keep yourself noticeable. You can also install extra running lamps directly onto your bike so you will be more visible at night.

Before you go anywhere on your bike it’s important to remember to check all your equipment is working properly. Test your lights and put on any reflective clothing so you can stay safe and visible during your ride. It’s also a good idea to check your bike Insurance is up to date so you can be confident that should anything happen you and your bike will be covered.

After taking these safety precautions you can get on with the business of enjoying your ride safe in the knowledge that you can be clearly seen by other vehicles.

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