Start Being Seen
Ask any rider, and they will probably tell you their biggest safety concern is being cut off, run over, or otherwise violated by another driver in traffic. It’s a constant, serious threat.
However, as a rider, you can take control of the situation by making yourself as highly visible as possible. Doing so will reduce the number of surprises you face every day and help you avoid getting blindsided by someone else’s last-minute decision.
Tips to Stand Out in Traffic
Wear a florescent, reflective safety vest or a brightly colored riding jacket
Wear a white or brightly colored helmet.
Use strategic lane positioning
Use a headlight modulator
Flash your brake light at stops
Incorporate reflective materials
Use movement
Install auxiliary driving lights
Install position and marker lights
Avoid riding at night, dawn and dusk
Install a louder horn
Avoid riding at low sun angle times
Avoid riding in poor weather