The Lowvelder

How to prevent/avoid accidents and motorcycle crashes for motorists and motorcycli­sts

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“Correct training is key. When a rider reaches the point where they feel that nothing else can be learnt and that no more training is needed, they should stop riding immediatel­y. A rider should attend as much training as possible.”

He added that a biker should also be trained in what to do in emergency situations.

Du Plessis said motorists should also realise that more people are making use of motorcycle­s.

He said motorists should always look twice and think about motorcycle riders before changing a lane, crossing an intersecti­on, or pulling into a roadway.

 ?? ?? A biker was critically injured in a crash on the R538.
A biker was critically injured in a crash on the R538.

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