Vulnerable Road Users > Motorcyclists
Your motorcycle and equipment
Lights
- one, but not more than two, headlamps must be on when in operation if model year is 1975 or later
- one red running lamp and one red stop lamp at the rear
- one white light that illuminates the rear licence plate
- front and rear signal lights for model year 1975 or later
Brakes
- on front and rear wheels
- capable of stopping the motorcycle, on a dry, smooth, level road, within nine metres from a speed of 30 km/h
Mirrors
- one rearview mirror on left side
- two mirrors are recommended
Tires
- must have at least .8 mm of tread
Horn
- must be audible, under normal conditions, from a distance of 60 m
Muffler
- must be equipped with noise muffler in good working order
Speedometer
- in good working order
Fenders
- on front and rear wheels to reduce the wheel spray or splash of water from the roadway
Handlebars
- 53 – 93 cm wide
- height of handle grips and control not more than 39 cm above the seat while rider is sitting on the motorcycle
Front forks
- not longer than 82 cm, measured from bottom of the lower triple tree to centre of the axle
- if motorcycle is equipped with hydraulic front forks, any extension of front forks should be of one-piece construction
Frame
- it is illegal to alter the neck angle of a motorcycle’s front frame
Controls
- must be within easy reach of rider’s hands and feet
Selecting a motorcycle that is the right size and weight for you also helps to improve safe operation. Factors to consider are:
Size
- Both of your feet should reach the ground when you stand, straddling the saddle.
- You should be comfortable with the position of footpegs and handlebars and have the ability to manipulate all hand and foot controls easily and accurately when sitting astride your motorcycle.
Weight
- You should be able to push motorcycle through a figure-eight and place it on both the side and main stand without straining.
- You should be able to lift your motorcycle upright if it falls over.
