What should you do before riding a motorcycle you've never ridden before?

What should you do before riding a motorcycle you've never ridden before?

Make sure you know where all the controls and switches are

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DVSA explanation

While control layouts are generally similar, different makes and models have subtle differences in the position and operation of the switches. Before you ride any motorcycle, make sure you're familiar with the layout of all the controls and switches.

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