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Motorcycle apparel adds protection for riders.
Jackets and Trousers:
Clothing worn when riding a motorcycle should provide
some measure of protection from abrasion in the event of a spill. These
should be of durable material (e.g., special synthetic material or leather).
Jackets should have long sleeves. Trousers (not shorts) should not be baggy
or flared at the bottom to prevent entanglement with the chain, kick
starter, foot- pegs, or other protrusions on the sides of a motorcycle.
Gloves:
Durable gloves are recommended. They should be of the non-slip type to
permit a firm grip on the controls. Leather gloves are excellent, as are
special fabric gloves with leather palms and grip strips on the fingers.
Gauntlet-type gloves keep air out of the rider's sleeves. Appropriate gloves
are available for all types of weather.
Footwear:
Proper footwear affords protection for the feet, ankles, and lower parts of
the legs. Leather boots are best. Durable athletic shoes that cover the
ankles are a good second choice. Sandals, sneakers, and similar footwear
should not be used since they provide little protection from abrasion or a
crushing impact. Avoid dangling laces that can get in the way.
Note: Upper body clothing should be brightly colored. Some riders wear
lightweight reflective orange or yellow vests over their jackets.
Retro-reflective material used on clothing, helmet, and the motorcycle helps
to make the rider visible to other motorists, especially at night. A high
percentage of car-vehicle crashes occur because the driver of the other
vehicle "failed to see the rider in time to avoid the crash
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