RIDE TWO-WHEELER SAFELY
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
28% of the persons being killed in road accidents are two-wheeler riders.
Always
Wear a full mask good quality BIS approved helmet.
Ensure that pillion rider also wears a helmet of the same quality.
Fasten the helmet tightly.
Check the inflation of both front and rear tyres.
Ensure the front and rear lights are functional.
Give proper indications before turning.
Switch off your indicators after turning.
Use front and rear brakes simultaneously.
Ride in the middle lane.
Keep a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.
Never
Indulge in zig-zag riding.
Overtake from the blind corners of a heavy vehicle or from the left side. It is highly dangerous.
Apply brakes suddenly.
Carry heavy loads or more than one person as pillion rider.
Use cell phone while riding.
Ride in the bus lane.
Allow a minor to ride.
