As a learner motorcyclist, you aren’t allowed to carry a pillion passenger, even if they hold a full motorcycle licence. You mustn’t carry a passenger, or tow a trailer, until you’ve passed your test.

At the scene of an incident, always be aware of danger from further collisions or fire. The first priority when dealing with an unconscious person is to ensure they’re breathing normally. If they’re having difficulty breathing, follow the DR ABC code.

Water can make your brakes less effective. If they’ve been affected, ride slowly while gently applying them until normal braking is restored.

Yellow box junctions are marked on the road to prevent the road becoming blocked. Don’t enter the box unless your exit road is clear. You may wait in the box if you want to turn right and your exit road is clear but oncoming traffic or other vehicles waiting to turn right are preventing you from making the turn.

Always wear your protective clothing, whatever the weather. In very hot weather it’s tempting to ride in light summer clothes, but it isn’t worth the risk. If you fall from your motorcycle, you’ll have no protection from the hard road surface.

When a motorcyclist is travelling slowly, it’s likely that they’re looking for a turning or entrance. Be patient and stay behind them in case they stop or change direction suddenly.

Learner drivers might take longer to react to traffic situations, so be patient and give them time. Don’t unnerve them by riding close behind or showing signs of impatience.

When you get onto a motorcycle, you should get on from the left side to avoid putting yourself in danger from passing traffic. You should also apply the front brake to prevent the motorcycle from rolling either forwards or backwards.

It’s illegal to park in a space reserved for disabled users unless you’re permitted to do so. These spaces are provided for people with limited mobility, who may need extra space to get into and out of their vehicle.

Riding while under the influence of drink or drugs can invalidate your insurance. It also endangers yourself and others. The risk isn’t worth taking.

Always check the road signs. Triangular signs are warning signs: they inform you about hazards ahead and help you to anticipate any problems. There are a number of different signs showing pedestrians. Learn the meaning of each one.

If you accumulate six or more penalty points within two years of gaining your first full licence, it will be revoked. The six or more points include any gained due to offences you committed before passing your test. If this happens, you may only drive as a learner until you pass both the theory and practical tests again.

Do not move a casualty unless therev is further danger, for example, from other traffic or fire. They may unseen or internal injuries. Moving them unnecessarily could cause further injury. Do NOT remove a motorcyclist’s helmet unless it is essential.

When you’re turning into a side road, pedestrians who are crossing have priority. You should wait to allow them to finish crossing safely. Be patient if they’re slow or unsteady. Don’t try to rush them by sounding your horn, flashing your lights, revving your engine or giving any other inappropriate signal.

The minimum insurance cover required by law is third-party only. This covers the other people and vehicles involved in a collision, but not you or your vehicle. Also, basic third-party insurance won’t cover you for theft or fire damage. Make sure you read your policy carefully and understand what it covers.

If the oil-pressure warning light comes on when the engine is running, pull over as soon as you can, stop the engine and investigate the cause; if you don’t, you risk serious engine damage.

If there’s other traffic on the road at night, use your headlights on dipped beam. Only switch to main beam when you won’t dazzle other road users. At night, don’t wear tinted glasses or contact lenses, or use a tinted visor, because these make it more difficult to see the road ahead.

Make allowances for cyclists, and give them plenty of room. Don’t overtake and then immediately turn left. Be patient and turn behind them when they’ve passed the junction.

Never attempt to change direction to the right without first checking your right-hand mirror and blind spot. A motorcyclist might not have seen your signal and could be hidden by other traffic. This observation should become a matter of routine.

You shouldn’t normally stop on a motorway, but there may be occasions when you need to do so. If you’re unfortunate enough to break down, make every effort to pull up on the hard shoulder.

When they’re wet, painted road markings can be more slippery than the normal road surface. Other road-surface hazards that become slippery when wet include drain covers, leaves and mud. Take extra care when braking or cornering on these wet surfaces.

Batteries contain acid, which is hazardous, and they must be disposed of safely. This means taking them to an appropriate disposal site.

If you see that parts of the tread on your tyres are wearing before others, it may indicate a brake, steering or suspension fault. Regular servicing will help to detect faults at an early stage and this will avoid the risk of minor faults becoming serious or even dangerous.

You mustn’t stop on the hard shoulder, except in an emergency. Never use the hard shoulder to have a rest or a picnic, answer a mobile phone or check a road map. Also, you mustn’t travel back along the hard shoulder if you’ve gone past your exit.

At mini-roundabouts, there isn’t much room for a long vehicle to manoeuvre. It will have to swing out wide so that it can complete the turn safely. Keep well back and don’t try to move up alongside it.

Maintenance is a vital part of road safety. Lights, indicators, reflectors and number plates must be kept clean and clear.

Follow the instructions given by the signs or by tunnel officials. In congested tunnels a minor incident can soon turn into a major one with serious or even fatal results.

Never pour the oil down any drain. The oil is highly polluting and could harm wildlife. Put it in a container and dispose of it properly at an authorised site.

You must use your dipped headlights when visibility is seriously reduced. In fog, a film of mist can form over the outside of your visor or goggles. This can further reduce your ability to see. Be aware of this hazard and keep your visor or goggles clear; anti-mist sprays can help.

Always use your headlights at night on a motorway, unless you’ve had to stop on the hard shoulder. If you have to use the hard shoulder, switch off your headlights but leave your parking lights on, so that your motorcycle can be seen by other road users.