In recognition of May being Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s deputies will be conducting a Motorcycle Safety Enforcement Operation in the City of Santa Clarita on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m., looking specifically for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes.
The top primary crash factors for motorcycles are unsafe speed, improper turning, right-of-way violations, driving under the influence and unsafe lane changes. Speeding is the most common, accounting for nearly one-third of all crashes in the state.
To help protect you and your family, keep the following safety tips in mind while driving or riding:
Drivers:
• Always check twice for motorcycles in your mirrors and blind spots.
• Use your signal when changing lanes.
• Never follow a motorcycle too closely. Always keep a safe distance.
• When at an intersection, allow enough space before turning.
Motorcyclists:
• Always wear a DOT-compliant helmet and protective gear.
• Consider adding reflective tape to make it easier for other drivers to see you.
• Always keep your lights on, even during the day.
• Don’t assume drivers see you. Signal well in advance before changing lanes and watch for turning vehicles.
• Although lane splitting is legal, the practice is not encouraged at high speeds in free-flowing traffic.
Funding for this program is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Santa Clarita Valley Station
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
26201 Golden Valley Road
Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Phone: 661-260-4000 ext. 5741
Website: http://www.lasd.org
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Robert G. Luna, Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
