Wearing bright or reflective clothing while riding mainly helps you to:

• A.Avoid needing a headlight in daylight
• B.Be seen more easily by other drivers
• C.Ride faster in traffic
• D.Stay exempt from the helmet law

Why

Many crashes happen because other drivers did not see the motorcycle. Bright and reflective gear makes you more conspicuous, especially at dawn, dusk, and night.

Manual topic: PA Motorcycle Operator Manual (PUB 147) - Protective Gear · From the Pennsylvania Motorcycle Permit practice bank (PAM-010).

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More Getting Ready & Protective Gear questions

• In Pennsylvania, a helmet is required for a motorcycle rider who is:
• What does Pennsylvania require for eye protection on a motorcycle?
• A rider with less than two years of experience may be excused from the helmet requirement only if the rider has:
• Which footwear gives a motorcycle rider the best protection and control?
• Why should you wear a motorcycle jacket and long pants even in warm weather?