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Seven Safety Tips for Avoiding Motorcycle Accidents at Night

By | January 15th, 2016

Motorcyclists have different reactions to night riding. Some find it thoroughly enjoyable while others have a healthy fear of it for good reason. Motorcycles have a visibility problem even during the day because of their small size and slender profile which many auto drivers aren’t looking for. Their two wheels make them less stable on road debris, potholes, railroad tracks, and wet pavement, all of which are difficult to see at night. Animal road crossings are hard to see and are a common cause of motorcycle accidents. There are more drowsy.

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Motorcycle Accidents Are No Fun- But Here’s What You Should Do After The Fact

By | January 15th, 2016

Oh, for the thrill of riding a motorcycle! Feeling the wind rushing pass you, delighting in the absolute freedom of an open motorcycle ride, as opposed to being shut inside a car; who wouldn’t want to ride a motorcycle? But not everything is all nice and fluffy when it comes to motorcycle riding. Indeed, because motorcycles are wide open, they offer little to no protection to their riders. Every year, thousands of people are killed and injured in motorcycle accidents. But here’s the interesting part: according to statistics, only one-fourth of.

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Four Common Beginner Riding Mistakes That Cause Motorcycle Accidents

By | January 15th, 2016

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..

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Common Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents

By | January 15th, 2016

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), thirteen percent of fatal vehicle crashes involve motorcycles. The NHTSA also states that approximately 80,000 riders sustain accident related injuries every year. Some of the more common ones are: Head Injuries – Riders are more likely to suffer a head injury such as a concussion or brain damage in a motorcycle crash than any other type of injury. This is why it’s very important that all riders wear a helmet that fits properly. It can reduce the risk of dying from a.

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Common Types of Motorcycle Accidents

By | January 14th, 2016

Many people enjoy riding motorcycles around town. However, riders are finding that motorcycle accidents are on the rise, causing a variety of injuries ranging from bruises to fatal injuries. They are often occur because of inexperience, intoxication, and inattention, and some of the most common crashes are caused by: Rear-end accidents – In many instances, rear-end accidents happen when drivers don’t see riders or they incorrectly judge the distance. As a result, riders may be pushed into oncoming traffic, which could have fatal consequences. Broadside collisions – These typically take place.

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Three More Tips To Avoid Motorcycle Accidents

By | October 29th, 2015

Motorcycle accidents are so common lately. Everyone is so distracted when they drive that they hardly pay any attention. Also, they seem to run late and think that they can make it up on the road. As motorcyclists, we have to do everything that we can do to protect ourselves when we are out riding our bikes. Here are some more motorcycle tips to keep you safe while you are out riding. Know your limits. You are not going to start out as a good motorcycle rider. It takes time.

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Four Tips To Avoid Motorcycle Accidents

By | October 29th, 2015

There are so many motorcycle accidents these days. People can be careless when they are out driving so you need to do everything that you can possibly do to protect yourself when you are out riding your bike. Here are some motorcycle tips to keep you safe while you are out riding. Drive safely. Give yourself plenty of time to get where you are going so you are not in a hurry and make stupid mistakes. Assume that drivers are not looking for you. If you are going to assume.

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Five Common Road Dangers That Cause Motorcycle Accidents

By | October 22nd, 2015

Of all the users of our roads and highways, motorcyclists face the most risk. Their small size and lack of protection means that collisions have serious consequences. On top of that, their two wheels make them more vulnerable to dangerous road surface conditions. There is no shortage of the number and types of road hazards that cause motorcycle accidents. Here are five of them: Bumps, Cracks, and Potholes The danger of a pothole is hard to judge when riding at a high speed. The consequences of hitting one depends on its depth, and.

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Injury Accidents Involving Multiple Parties

By | September 24th, 2015

All vehicle accidents are caused by unique or uncommon circumstances, but those involving semis, big rigs, or commercial trucks can be especially serious. This is partly because of the size of these vehicles and the overwhelming damage they can cause and personal injury that can be inflicted, but also because of the number of parties involved in the resulting injury claim. Semi operators are required by law to carry insurance with higher limits, and additional parties such as companies or partners may also share the financial responsibility. Because of these factors, if.

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San Francisco Ranks #1 for Pedestrian and Motorcycle Accidents

By | September 17th, 2015

The California Office of Traffic Safety administers grants to local and state agencies to reduce traffic deaths and injuries to zero. To that end, the agency gathers collision statistics and ranks locations according to the population. Here’s what the latest compilation discovered for the top 13 cities in the state: With 4,042 total victims, San Francisco ranks fourth among traffic injuries and death. With 355 motorcyclists and 631 bicyclists killed or injured, the city ranked first for two-wheeled accidents. With 990 pedestrians killed or injured, the city also ranked first.

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