Delaware State Police issued a timely list of safety tips for moped users as the summer season begins, urging operators to:
- Always pay attention to their surroundings when operating the vehicle
- Keep both hands on the handlebars at all times to maintain control
- Avoid distractions such as listening to earbuds and using cellphones
- Give full time and attention to the roadway
- Continually scan nearby and approaching traffic
- Watch for vehicles making sudden stops, and pulling out of side streets/parking lots
- Wear helmets whenever possible; riders age 18 and under must wear helmets at all times.
See the moped safety video at dsp.delaware.gov/2022/05/25/delaware-state-police-offer-moped-safety-tips-for-the-summer.