| Deadly Risks of Riding | Arrive Alive Mindsets |
| Restricting Evasive Potential | Be Prepared For The Unexpected |
| Improper Fear Management | Ride Like There Is A Hit On You |
| Charging Intersections Or Turns | Exercise Caution With Intersections And Turns |
| Inattention To The Surroundings | Pay Attention To React Instinctively |
| Operating Without A Ride Plan | If You Fail To Plan, You Plan To Fail |
Passable Hazard Hotspots
When riding through certain areas, motorcyclists are more likely to encounter Passable Hazards. Stay alert in the following environments:
Construction Zones
- Why Risky: Ongoing or recently completed road work.
Hazards: Gravel, sand, oil, uneven or stripped pavement, changing traffic patterns, equipment, and workers.
Degraded Pavement Sections
- Why Risky: Older pavement near repair zones often breaks down.
Hazards: Loose debris, cracks (Tarsnakes), heaves, potholes, and pavement separation. Watch for faded or patchy sections.
Industrial Areas
- Why Risky: Frequent heavy truck traffic.
Hazards: Pavement wear, oil leaks, sand, dirt, and gravel tracked in from yards or unpaved areas.
Bridges
- Why Risky: Transitions on/off can be uneven. Bridge surfaces are often rough and maintained less frequently.
Hazards: Bumps, cracks, slick metal or wood surfaces, condensation, and temperature differences causing traction issues.
Gravel Road Transitions
- Why Risky: Where paved roads turn into gravel and vice versa.
Hazards: Unstable surfaces, loose gravel or sand on pavement.
Bus Lanes
- Why Risky: Heavily used by buses, especially near curbs.
Hazards: Worn pavement, especially near the curb.
Intersections
- Why Risky: High traffic and turning vehicles.
Hazards: Sand, gravel, and uneven surfaces from changing pavement or traffic patterns (washboarding).
