When riding at night, what is the recommended safety practice?

• A. Wear reflective clothing.
• B. Wear sunglasses to reduce glare.
• C. Ride with the headlight off to avoid attracting attention.
• D. Increase your speed to get home quickly.

Answer: (A)

Being seen is the key to nighttime motorcycle safety. Reflective clothing makes you much more visible to other drivers because the material reflects their headlights back toward them, helping you stand out even from the side and in low-light conditions. This increased visibility gives motorists more time to notice you and react, which can prevent crashes. So, wearing bright or reflective gear during night rides is the best safety practice.

Sunglasses at night can actually reduce your ability to see clearly when it’s dark. Turning off your headlight is dangerous and illegal in many places, and riding faster than conditions allow increases your risk of a crash.