DMV’s Goal
One of the Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) major goals is to keep all drivers licensed for as long as it is safe to do so. Along with that goal is the responsibility to enhance highway safety by increasing driver competency. DMV also recognizes that the independence and mobility that driving provides are important factors in the quality of life for most Californians.
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Upshifting or downshifting in a curve:
Should only be done if it can be done smoothly.
Is better than shifting before the curve.
Is the best way to control your speed.
2. To avoid confusing other drivers you should:
Increase the following distance between your motorcycle and the vehicle in front of you if you are being tailgated.
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What are the requirements for wearing a helmet?
Passengers only are required to wear helmets.
All motorcycle riders and passengers are required to wear helmets at all times.
Helmets are not required while driving on city streets.
2. Grabbing the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake:
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