Riding a motorcycle can be a lot of fun, though it can also bring a lot of dangers if not approached in the correct manner.

Riding techniques need to be carried out sufficiently in order to improve visibility and forward planning. A blind bend or a corner is a potentially hazardous situation as the rider is unsighted so good road positioning is essential in these circumstances.

There are also obvious differences between riding in urban and rural areas. Riding in a build up area brings the likely possibility of traffic, whereas the countryside brings the potential danger of wildlife crossing your path unexpectedly.

Motorways and dual carriageways are also often approached without an appropriate level of care. If you are to ride on the motorway then forward planning is crucial if you are to have a safe journey, anticipation of other road users should be considered as there are multiple lanes, all of which happening twice as fast as an average urban road.

Another risk that riders face is the weather and road conditions, having only two wheels if you hit ice or a spillage then you are likely to lose control of your motorcycle. A good road position will improve your chances of avoiding spillages and dangerous cracks in the surface of the road.