Regardless of the activity, you can’t become an expert without being a rookie first. While rookie mistakes for some activities simply cause embarrassment, for motorcycling however, mistakes may cause fatal motorcycle accidents. Learn to avoid these four beginner riding mistakes the easy way by reading about them rather than experiencing them: Assuming That Others on the Road See You Your small size and slender profile means that many motorists will fail to notice you. When motorists are paying attention to their driving, they mostly look for other cars and trucks..