Maintain traffic speed. Never linger in a car driver's blind spots (back left corner and back right corner of their car). Your best bet to be seen is to stay in front of traffic packs. Unfortunately, car drivers are looking for "big blocks" instead of motorcycles -- always keep this in mind.
Keep your distance. Keep a slightly larger distance from the car ahead of you to minimize spray coming off their tires.
Spot to stop. Be aware you will not be able to stop as quickly as on dry pavement so maintain a larger braking distance between vehicles. Always keep vigilant for a place to come to a stop if the need arises.
No sudden moves. Provided you are keeping them up-to-date with fresh rubber when necessary, your tires will serve you well. Street tires are meant to grip in both dry and wet but, just like in a car, the possibility exists of skidding on wet pavement.
Brake before a corner. If you are turning a corner, do all of your braking in the upright position before getting to the corner. When you have slowed down properly, make the turn. Always make sure you are not dragging your brakes -- this pertains to wet and dry conditions.
Trust yourself. Your motorcycle and street tires are designed to handle well in both wet and dry situations. Trust your motorcycle, but most of all, trust your ability. Ride conservatively on wet pavement and use good judgment to make it to your destination safely.
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