Proper operation of motorcycles

Carrying passengers

• A single passenger is permitted on your motorcycle if you have a Class M license and your motorcycle is equipped with a seat and foot pegs for two.

Side by side operation

• Two motorcycles may operate in a single traffic lane if both riders consent.
• A staggered riding formation is strongly recommended.

Lane splitting

• Operate your motorcycle within a single lane of traffic. White lining or lane splitting is illegal.

Road hazards

• Learn to "read" the road looking far ahead to give yourself time to position yourself in traffic and plan the safest course of action.
• Take railroad crossings at a 90-degree angle if possible. Slow down before crossing the tracks and stand slightly on the foot pegs.
• Maneuver around potholes if it can be done safely. If not, slow down, rise slightly on the pegs and take the hole straight on.

Safe turns

• Slow down before entering a turn and look through the turn.
• Lean your body and the motorcycle into the turn.
  
• Accelerate through and out of the turn.

Parking

• Motorcycles may park at an angle in parallel parking areas.
• Up to three motorcycles may park in a metered stall unless signs indicate otherwise. If the meter expires, all cycles in the parking stall are in violation.