When it comes to motorcycle accident prevention, it is important to know that while yes, motorcycle accidents do in fact happen every single day, many of these are easily avoidable simply by being careful. It’s also critical to be aware of the fact that there are others on the road and so you need to…
Motorcycles are a fun way to get around, giving riders a sense of freedom they won’t find in a car. Riding a motorcycle, however, can be dangerous. Motorcyclists need to be hyperaware of their surroundings, protecting themselves from their own mistakes as well as the mistakes of others. Here are some of the most common…
From the moment of impact, your life is changed forever. Motorcycle accidents are almost always more severe than car accidents, frequently resulting in serious injuries and, in a lot of cases, the loss of your bike. Motorist insurance will cover some of the costs, but keep one thing in mind: the insurance companies are not…
Nothing can take away the pain of losing a loved one, but the victim’s family members may be eligible to sue for damages relating to the loss. Wrongful death claims are the avenue for recouping all losses, financial and otherwise, related to the incident, vehicle accident, or motorcycle crash that led to the death of…
For motorcyclists, spring and the open roads are calling. Warm, dry weather should mean clear roads for bikers, right? Surprisingly though, 63% of motorcyclist fatalities in 2019 occurred between May and September. Weather, it turns out, has less to do with accidents than you might think. Instead, studies suggest it’s the time of day you…
If you’re a motorcycle rider, warmer temperatures mean you’ll be able to take your bike out more often for longer periods of time. Take the time now while the weather is still transitional to do those all-important safety checks to ensure your motorcycle meets all the basic requirements. Brakes: The ability to stop your bike…
Bicycles and motorcycles join cars and trucks on the road with no surrounding structure to protect their operators from injury. Therefore, it’s not surprising that cyclists are far more likely to suffer critical and fatal injuries on the road than passengers in vehicles. In fact, on average, motorcyclists are over 5 times more likely to…
True or false: Making a left turn is one of the most dangerous things a motorcyclist can do on the road. The answer may surprise you, but that’s true. According to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Association, turning left is considered a “leading critical pre-crash event.” Statistics show that nearly 25 percent of all…
Motorcycling is an exciting activity – but there is a pretty steep learning curve to get started. If you have a desire to get started in the world of motorcycle riding, you are going to need to learn the basics in order to make your early experiences as enjoyable as possible. With this article, we…
In part one of this article, we covered two common types of motorcycle accidents, along with providing some basic tips on how they can be avoided. In this article, we are going to pick up where we left off. Let’s take a look at a few more types of motorcycle crashes. Lane Splitting This is…
