Safety tips for mopeds and scooters:

• Think of yourself as being on an equal footing with other road users. Take your fair share of the road and don’t ride in the gutter.
• Avoid drain covers and white lines at all times; they are really slippery and even worse in the wet.
• Look at the road as you ride.
• Diesel and oil spillages are very slippery and a dangerous thing to ride on. Look out for the telltale blue line on the road (and you can normally smell it too). It can be found almost anywhere, but especially on roundabouts and corners. It’s nasty stuff that can catch you unawares and have you off your machine even quicker.
• Wear something bright so that other road users can see you.
• Put your dipped headlamp on every time you go out. Watch for other road users including cyclists and pedestrians.
• Good quality safety clothing is a must and it'll keep you warm and dry. Look for CE or British Standard Kite marked clothing. It may be expensive in relative terms but you need to look after your good looks.