Notes for safe motorbike riding during the September 2nd holiday
During the September 2nd holiday, many people will choose motorbikes as a means of transportation to return home or travel. So what should you pay attention to when driving a motorbike during the holiday to avoid unfortunate risks?
Vehicle inspection
In every journey bymotorbike, the driver needs to be well prepared in terms of vehicle, time and luggage.
Before leaving, you must check the vehicle carefully because a vehicle that is not in good condition can easily break down on the road. If you have basic knowledge about motorbikes, you can check it yourself at home. Otherwise, you should register in advance for a maintenance schedule at the service dealer to avoid waiting.
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| Check the vehicle before departure (Illustration photo) |
The first priority parts to maintain are tires, brakes (front, rear), headlights (headlights, taillights and turn signals), rearview mirrors...
Remember to bring repair tools because there is a possibility that you will have to act as a mechanic on the road.
Pack your bags
If traveling by motorbike, the driver needs to arrange luggage neatly. Do not try to carry too much luggage.
You can send large, heavy luggage by bus or delivery vehicle. It is best to only put personal items and light belongings in a backpack in front and the luggage should be tied securely at the back of the vehicle. Carrying light luggage creates a comfortable feeling for the driver, avoiding overloading and entanglement that can easily lead to unfortunate accidents.
Wear safety gear
Not only do you need to prepare your vehicle, you also need to ensure your safety. You should wear a jacket, long pants, gloves and shoes to keep your body warm in cold weather conditions.
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| Long distance motorbike riding requires safety equipment. (Illustration photo) |
It is essential to wear a helmet when traveling. If possible, you should wear protective armor, high-top shoes and protective gloves to avoid serious injuries in an accident. In addition, for long trips at night, you need a reflective vest so that oncoming vehicles can easily see you and avoid you.
Choose the right departure time
Depending on the distance to your hometown, calculate the appropriate time. For example, if you plan to leave in the morning, you should leave 1-1.5 hours earlier than rush hour because during holidays and Tet, traveling in the inner city is very difficult, all roads are congested.
Do not go too close to the time, rushing, haste makes you have to go faster, that can affect your own safety.
Absolutely do not use alcoholic stimulants and need to get enough sleep to ensure health and concentration when starting the trip.
Pay attention to the weather
You should also consider whether to depart or not if you encounter bad weather. Because the risk of accidents in bad weather conditions is often double or triple that of normal.
Go by the law, at the right speed
During holidays and Tet, traffic is very crowded, especially at gateways and bus stations. Therefore, you need to be patient when traveling.
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| Always drive according to traffic laws. (Illustration photo) |
It is important to remember to drive at the prescribed speed. Driving at the prescribed speed will help you stay proactive in all situations and ensure your safety as well as the safety of those around you.
You also need to stay in the right lane, keep a safe distance. Absolutely do not overtake and then suddenly slow down, because this action can easily cause an accident. Do not drive while drunk.
Take time to rest
After about 60-100km of travel, you should stop to rest. You can stop at rest stops, coffee shops or restaurants to stop for about 15-20 minutes. This will help you ensure the best physical condition and help the vehicle cool down.
If you feel sleepy duringdriving, you should find a place to rest immediately. Do not try to continue driving, it will easily lead to traffic accidents.