One topic at a time
Choose one skill or road situation. Understand it and put it into practice before moving on to the next.
Theory of safe motorcycle riding
A practical guide for motorcyclists, from basic skills to complex road situations.
How to use this guide
Put theory into practice
Reading explains what to do and why, but skills take repetition. Where possible, practice separately in a practice area, off the bike, or during everyday riding.
What would you like to practice?
Choose a skill or road situation to get a list of topics and a short knowledge check.
Choose a practice pathMain sections
PerceptionVision, attention, motion assessment, and blind spots.StrategyPace, following distance, riding strategies, and timing your actions.TacticsSpecific road situations and position in traffic.SkillsControl, braking, avoidance, and practice.Group ridingA small group and an organized motorcycle convoy.PhysicsGrip, load transfer, speed, radius, and lean.At your own riskTechniques and positions for unusual road situations.