Motorcyclists tend to be over represented in road accident statistics so Yamaha is making special effort to get riders to stay safe and one of the easiest way for a motorcyclist to stay safe is to be seen.
Jointly organised with the Malaysian Motorcycle and Scooter Dealers Association, they have broken down the message to six simple to understand points, which are;
- Avoid blind spot of other vehicles,
- Stay visible -Motorcyclist has to be always visible to other road users.
- Make sure the head and tail lights are functioning to help motorcyclist stay visible at night and day plus in adverse weather condition.
- Wear bright and reflective riding wear - this will definitely help riders stay visible. Bright clothing and use reflective material is particularly useful at night.
- Keep a good distance from other vehicles. This is to avoid the risk for the motorcyclist not stopping in time due to emergency braking.
The campaign also offers free 15-point safety check of motorcycles at the following time and location
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Date / Day
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Location
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Venue
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31 Jul. Tuesday
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Selangor
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Sungai Besi,
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01 Aug.
Wednesday
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Melaka
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Kompleks Duyung, Semabok
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02 Aug. Thursday
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Johor
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Padang Kampung
Abdullah, Segamat
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08 Aug.
Wednesday
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Perak
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Menara Condong,
Teluk Intan
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09 Aug.
Thursday
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Penang
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Komplek Sukan
SONY, Seberang Jaya
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10 Aug. Friday
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Kedah
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Tapak Gerai
Makan, Stadium Darul Aman
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Press release after the jump
