Prepare yourself physically – dress for success
Prepare yourself mentally – clear your mind
Check the bike – it’s a single track vehicle
Review your planned route – potential problems?
Once in motion – keep your eyes ahead of the bike
Keep your eyes 12 to 14 seconds ahead of the bike
Look for the path of least resistance in traffic
Sweep with your eyes – keep them moving
Identify potential problems and possible solutions – figure out what you’re going to do before you need to do it
Look where you want the bike to go – don’t lock on to problems
Maintain your “virtual cage” – keep your wiggle room
Cover your butt – check your mirrors every 5 seconds
Cover your front brake – the life you save may be your own
Following distance is your best friend – and the easiest part of your cage to control
You are invisible – deal with it!
Road conditions are important – at least to you they are
Have a look at your fellow motorists – make some generalizations
Intersections are your enemy – watch for left-turners
Check and check again – things change
Let everyone know what your plan is – communicate with the cagers
Keep up with traffic – move smoothly and confidently
Make them see you – ride in their face
Your lane position speaks volumes – think it out