A motorcyclist should attempt to avoid obstacles on the roadway. If avoiding an obstacle is not possible, the motorcyclist should:

If you are unable to avoid an obstacle and must instead ride over it, you should slow down and approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible.

• Speed up before coming into contact with the object.
• Stay seated so the seat can cushion some of the impact.
• Try to approach the obstacle at as close to a 90-degree angle as possible.