Dim headlights when following all vehicles, including motorcycles. Motorcycles can stop in a shorter distance than a car. The motorcyclist's ability to stop quickly may also depend on the rider's experience and training. Motorcycles react differently to traffic, weather and road conditions than cars. Thus, riders often respond in ways drivers do not expect.
Weather presents hazards by changing the conditions of a road.
Wet or icy roads impair a motorcyclist's ability to brake and maneuver. Wind gusts, both natural and those created by large passing vehicles, can move a motorcycle across an entire lane if the rider is not prepared. Road conditions, such as potholes or railroad tracks, often require motorcyclists to change positions within their lane. Gravel roads decrease traction and may cause a rider to slow down or brake where a car would not. In the event of a collision, use extreme caution and seek emergency medical assistance.