What should you avoid when riding with a group to ensure personal safety?

When riding with a group, ensuring personal safety involves being aware of your surroundings and making decisions based on your own judgment rather than solely relying on the actions of others.

Engaging in target fixation can lead to dangerous situations as it causes a rider to focus on an object or situation rather than the path ahead, potentially resulting in a collision or losing control of the motorcycle.

Riding side-by-side can create congestion and reduce the room for maneuvering, increasing the risk of accidents, especially in situations requiring quick responses.

Additionally, following the actions of riders ahead without critical thought can lead to poor decision-making. Each rider must assess the conditions independently, as the judgment of those ahead may not be optimal for your situation.

Thus, avoiding these behaviors contributes to a safer riding experience in a group setting, making the choice to not engage in any of these practices crucial for personal safety.