What should you check when you fit a sidecar to your motorcycle?

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What should you check when you fit a sidecar to your motorcycle?

That the sidecar has a registration plate

That the sidecar is correctly aligned

That the sidecar has a waterproof cover

That the sidecar has a spare wheel

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If the sidecar is not correctly aligned with the mounting points, the outfit will be difficult to control and could be dangerous. Riding with a sidecar attached requires a different technique from riding a solo motorcycle. You should keep your speed down while learning this skill.

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