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Virginia: Protective gear and motorcycle preparation

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  1. 1. Your motorcycle has a windshield. What should you still use to protect your eyes from wind and debris?
  2. 2. A rider plans a long trip in cold rain. Why are warm, dry riding clothes important beyond comfort?
  3. 3. Before riding at night, you discover that only one headlight beam works. What is the safest next step?
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  1. Your motorcycle has a windshield. What should you still use to protect your eyes from wind and debris?

    Correct answer: Suitable motorcycle goggles or a protective face shield.

    A windshield is not a replacement for suitable eye protection. Ordinary glasses can allow wind around them and may move or blow off when you turn your head.

    Source: Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual, DL-001 (10/12), publicly hosted mirror; PDF page 12, printed page 3; Eye and Face Protection. General riding guidance; current state laws are cited separately. ↗

  2. A rider plans a long trip in cold rain. Why are warm, dry riding clothes important beyond comfort?

    Correct answer: Cold and numbness can interfere with control of the motorcycle.

    Cold exposure can cause fatigue and reduce effective control. Choose protective riding clothing suited to the conditions and do not continue when you cannot operate the controls well.

    Source: Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual, DL-001 (10/12), publicly hosted mirror; PDF page 13, printed page 4; Clothing. General riding guidance; current state laws are cited separately. ↗

  3. Before riding at night, you discover that only one headlight beam works. What is the safest next step?

    Correct answer: Have the fault corrected before the ride.

    Check both high and low beams during preparation. You need working lighting and the ability to select an appropriate beam without dazzling other road users.

    Source: Maryland Motorcycle Operator Manual, DL-001 (10/12), publicly hosted mirror; PDF page 15, printed page 6; Check Your Motorcycle — Headlights and Taillight. General riding guidance; current state laws are cited separately. ↗

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