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How to Safely Ride a Motorcycle?
I am writing this article as a tribute to my great friend Predrag Peđa Matijašević, who passed away prematurely in 2022, but left behind an indelible 'mark of a man who rarely walks these grounds.' A great lover of motorcycling and a great connoisseur of the biker population from 'Vardar to Triglav.'
TL;DR
- The article is a tribute to the late Predrag Peđa Matijašević, a passionate motorcyclist.
- Riding a motorcycle or scooter in city traffic, especially Belgrade, requires constant vigilance and the advice 'keep your head in the game' is crucial.
- A major risk for bikers is filtering between moving vehicles, as car drivers often fail to notice motorcycles.
- Riding in the yellow lane is recommended as the safest option, regardless of official regulations.
- Overtaking stopped vehicles on the opposite side of the road is extremely dangerous due to oncoming traffic and should be avoided by inexperienced riders.
- Riding with side panniers makes filtering impossible and safer.
- Sudden maneuvers can cause loss of balance and frighten car drivers, leading to accidents.
- Delivery service scooter riders are often inexperienced and pose a significant risk.
- Key safety rules include: avoid riding in fog, use extreme caution in rain and darkness, defer aggressive cornering to experienced riders, ensure confidence before carrying a passenger, always wear a helmet, check tires regularly, and never put your safety in others' hands.
- Motorcyclists are vulnerable and must prioritize their own safety, as must other road users.
- The feeling of freedom from riding a motorcycle is immense and worth the risks, but safety must be paramount.