{"id":2767,"date":"2016-06-27T07:00:55","date_gmt":"2016-06-27T07:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/mocktheorytest.com\/resources\/?p=2767"},"modified":"2019-02-05T11:20:30","modified_gmt":"2019-02-05T11:20:30","slug":"safety-and-visibility-for-motorbike-riders","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mocktheorytest.com\/resources\/safety-and-visibility-for-motorbike-riders\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety and visibility for motorbike riders"},"content":{"rendered":"

Motorcyclists are especially at risk in low light (e.g. gloomy days, dawn and dusk) and at night where their smaller profile makes them more difficult to see, and where their one headlight\u00a0makes it more difficult for other road users to judge their speed and distance. Add to this the fact that many motorbikes have dark paintwork. Clothing and aftermarket motorbike equipment is readily available to improve visibility.<\/p>\n

High visibility motorbike helmets<\/h2>\n

A bright-coloured helmet improves the profile of the motorcyclist by placing a highly visible shape above the motorcycle’s shape. A white helmet is much better than a black helmet, but a yellow or bright orange helmet is even better. Ensure that you check the SHARP ratings<\/a> for crash safety and only purchase a helmet that gives superior protection for your head in the case of an impact.<\/p>\n

\"high-visibility<\/p>\n

Gloves and boots with reflective strips are available, as well as trousers and jackets in bright colours. Purchasing proper protective clothing<\/a> is recommended rather than just wearing bright clothing.<\/p>\n

\"Bright-coloured<\/p>\n

Illuminated and reflective straps and bands<\/h2>\n

Reflective straps and bands which can be worn around the leg or torso are readily available online from as little as a few dollars. New LED technology in the form of bands is becoming popular and they tend to be rechargeable (usually via USB).<\/p>\n

\"relfective<\/p>\n

Adding extra lights and reflectors to your motorcycle<\/h2>\n

There are no restrictions on adding reflective tape to your motorbike,<\/a> but there are restrictions on the types of lights you can add.<\/p>\n

If you ride an old motorbike with a low power front lamp, you can change the bulb to a brighter type of bulb, or you can replace the whole assembly with an aftermarket light.<\/p>\n

You can double up your rear lights, or replace them with a more effective aftermarket unit.<\/p>\n

\"number<\/p>\n

Rule 114 states you MUST NOT<\/strong><\/p>\n