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Motorcycle Accidents are More Common on Certain Roads

By | May 24th, 2018

Some riders believe that they can stop themselves from getting into motorcycle accidents by avoiding certain roads altogether. This really isn’t the best strategy, although it is understandable. Motorcycle riders who try to limit the roads that they use might have a hard time using their motorcycles for the sake of transportation. They will have to design complex routes in order to get anywhere, unless they just use those bikes to ride for fun. This strategy might not necessarily be effective in practice, even though it will almost always be.

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How to Avoid a Car Crash By Staying Alert

By | May 10th, 2018

Vehicle crashes on the road happen for many reasons. Whether you were hit by a reckless driver, subjected to a crash because you were in the vicinity of other cars colliding, or whether someone fell asleep at the wheel, vehicle crashes can lead to consequences that last long after the damaged vehicles are hauled off of the road. In many collision scenarios, there is nothing you can do to avoid the accident. However, maintaining your alertness on the road can help you to avoid accidents at least some of the.

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Taking Care of Your Body After a Motorcycle Accident

By | April 3rd, 2018

Motorcycle accidents can be the worst of all. Often, your body is thrown from the motorcycle and your head might be impacted. Additionally, you might suffer from a number of broken bones and other injuries. Casts and Belts You might need a cast in order to recover from a fracture. But there are certain breaks which can’t be healed with a cast, such as broken ribs. In this case, the doctor might give you a belt to wear around your mid-section while you’re moving. They’ll also recommend plenty of rest..

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Fatal Motorcycle Accidents Are Not Going Away

By | March 22nd, 2018

Most motorcycle riders are well aware of the fact that they’re taking a risk just by riding a motorcycle in public. They know that the situation is very bleak for motorcycle riders. In fact, the reality of their circumstances might be even worse than they think. The chances of a motorcycle rider experiencing a fatal crash are 26 times higher than the chances of a person in a passenger car being involved in a similar accident. Motorcycle riders also have an injury rate that is five times higher. However, what’s.

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How Motorcycle Accidents Are Caused by Reckless Riding

By | March 1st, 2018

A lot of motorcycle riders feel like they are above the rules. They wind through traffic to get ahead of everyone else. They run through traffic signals. They may have more than two riders on one motorbike. They might even go the wrong way, riding their motorcycle into oncoming traffic. Sometimes, they even ride on pavements! And this is apart from the fact that they may not use helmets or other protective gear, which is against the law. Speeding is yet another problem in the motorcycle-riding community. Convenience vs. Flouting.

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Recovering from a Motorcycle Accident

By | February 1st, 2018

You can minimize the impact of a motorcycle accident by wearing the right gear. If your head, elbows, knees etc. are protected, you’re less likely to suffer from injuries. Riding responsibly is also important to avoid being in a motorcycle accident. And this means that you need to avoid speeding, racing, riding when under the influence of alcohol etc. If you ride at a medium pace, with the right gear, you greatly reduce the chances of being in an accident. Being Injured in a Motorcycle Accident Despite the fact that.

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What Kind of Gear Should You Use to Prevent Injuries in Motorcycle Accidents?

By | December 28th, 2017

Motorcycle accidents are notoriously bad. A motorcycle rider is exposed to the elements and can be thrown off the motorcycle easily. Their legs can also be crushed underneath the motorcycle. And if they’re not wearing proper gear, then the chances of injury are greater. The Necessity of a Helmet and Protective Gear Given how bad motorcycle accidents tend to be, it’s very important to always wear a helmet and protective gear when you go motorcycle riding. Not only does this gear protect you from the elements (such as dust and.

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Four Bad Habits That Cause Motorcycle Accidents

By | November 23rd, 2017

Bad motorcycling habits are picked up over time. Because these actions don’t always bring about a bad outcome, such as a motorcycle accident, they are repeated until they become habits. Some motorcyclists ride with their bad habits for years without incident either because of luck or because the right set of circumstances hasn’t occurred yet for the habits to cause an accident. If you have any of the following bad riding habits, correct them before they harm you: Riding Too Fast Through Intersections You see green lights up ahead and.

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Why You Shouldn’t Brush off Near-Miss Motorcycle Accidents

By | October 5th, 2017

It’s not uncommon for bikers to experience close calls or near-miss motorcycle accidents. A common reaction afterwards is breathing a deep sigh of relief as the adrenaline wears off. Other than a lasting bad memory, life for the motorcyclist resumes as if nothing happened. After all, near-miss accidents have no physical consequences. However, this reaction is a mistake, especially if near misses have happened multiple times. These incidents indicate that there’s an underlying problem with your riding or perhaps your gear. It’s best to examine what you could have done.

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Motorcycle Accident Protection: When to Replace Your Helmet

By | August 31st, 2017

Snell certified motorcycle helmets are well-built and have saved the lives of many motorcyclists. However, that doesn’t mean they’re indestructible. In fact, they’re intended for use as throw-away products. That is, you should retire them after they’ve been through one motorcycle accident. Although the outer shell is subjected to high impact forces and friction during an accident, the real damage occurs to the interior foam, which absorbs impact energy by deforming. Without this “give,” the impact shock wave would be transmitted directly to your head. The problem is that after.

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