Driving a motorcycle or scooter out in the country can be fun and rewarding.  However, it also has its challenges, some of which are not likely to be found elsewhere.  Because roads are often windy, you must be able to maneuver well and stay in your lane.  Unless you are used to maneuvering well at moderate to high speeds, you have a risk of running off the road or into oncoming traffic.

    Below are some tips, particularly for less experienced people, that will help you remain safe, even in the wild, wild, west!

- Consider going 5 or even 10 MPH below the speed limit.  This is particularly
   so if the speed limit is 40 MPH or higher.  This will help you round the curves
   easier and safer.

- When seeing a YELLOW sign that shows the maximum recommended speed
    for going around a curve, use the following guides:

        - If the sign is marked less than 30 MPH, you can probably safely handle
           the maximum recommended speed.
        - If the sign is marked over 30 MPH, you should subtract at least 5 MPH
           from it.
        - If it is marked for over 45-50 MPH, you may want to subtract 10 MPH
           from it.

- You will probably need to use your high beams more frequently.  However,
   remember to dim them when seeing an oncoming car or are within 200 feet
   of a car ahead of you.

- Be alert for animals that may suddenly come out into your path.  Deer are
   particularly problematic, particularly in the late Fall.  Deer don't limit themselves
   to where there are deer crossing signs!

- If you must pull over, GET YOUR SPEED DOWN TO 10 MPH OR LESS
   before crossing over the white line at the right side of the road--AND KNOW
   what is on the other side!  It could be a hillside just on the other side of the
   white line!  Also give the guy behind you plenty of notice by flashing your brake
   light and signaling to the right.