When approaching a turn, what should you do?

When approaching a turn, it is essential to slow down to maintain control of the moped and ensure safety. Slowing down allows the rider to navigate the turn smoothly and reduces the risk of losing balance or skidding. It also provides sufficient reaction time to respond to any unforeseen obstacles or traffic situations that might arise during the turn.

Adjusting speed before entering a turn is critical because it helps to ensure that the moped can handle the curvature of the road effectively. This is especially important on winding or slippery roads where a higher speed could lead to loss of traction or control. In addition, slowing down gives the rider the opportunity to assess the road conditions ahead, including checking for other vehicles or pedestrians.

Maintaining the same speed or speeding up could pose a hazard, as it may lead to difficulty in managing the turn and could increase the risk of falling or colliding with other road users. Signaling is also essential, but using your hand only is not sufficient; riders should have a well-defined system of signaling that could include hand signals as well as the moped's signals for better visibility to other drivers.