Tires are just one of the controls that must be inspected regularly to ensure safety when driving a motorcycle. It is important to inspect these parts because motorcyclists are at greater risk if breakdown occurs.

Weaving in and out of heavy traffic is dangerous and could result in an accident causing injury or death: it is the sure sign of a careless rider.

Use the left tire track. This ensures other drivers on the road can see the motorcycle clearly and will help keep them from entering the lane in which the motorcyclist is driving.

Avoid other drivers’ blind spots whenever possible. Use caution when you have no choice but to drive in someone's blind spot. If possible, avoid having other vehicles drive in your blind spot: slow down, speed up, or change lanes as the situation warrants.

Positioning the motorcycle across the parking spot helps ensure that the motorcyclist has a good view of the road and that the motorcycle is visible to other vehicles on the road, especially if the road has numerous cars parked on both sides.

A license plate and a vehicle permit are required to register a motorcycle. The vehicle permit contains an exact description of the motorcycle; any change to the appearance of the motorcycle must be registered.

To ensure safety, always stop a good distance - 5 metres at least - from the train tracks when the barrier is down and/or the lights are flashing. Motorcyclists should never attempt to cross around or under gates that have been lowered for an approaching train. Motorcyclists must drive on only after the gates have been raised and it is safe to do so.

The test must be taken while the M1 licence is still valid, which is for 90 days from the date it was issued. People taking a Ministry-authorised training program can do the M1 exit test any time but may not acquire the M2 permit from the Ministry until a period of 60 days has passed.

Reduce speed when approaching an object or pothole and maintain a firm grip on the handlebars to ensure that the motorcycle stays upright and does not turn. While raising yourself, it is essential to grip the handlebar firmly so that your hands do not slip.

It is essential to understand that while all controls are important in the overall usage and functioning of a motorcycle, the essential controls are the ones listed here and this list also includes front brake, handlebars and clutch.