According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, motorcyclists have 30 times the chances of dying in a crash than those of a car. More than half of accident concern single-vehicle crashes. You should never let these statistics scare you because riding a motorcycle is a liberating experience, but you do have to be careful when riding a motorcycle.
If you are an older rider, you have even worse chances of surviving of crash because of weaker eyesight, brittle bones and a slower reaction time. In more than 48 percent of the fatalities in 2010, they occurred because of speeding and 42 percent with alcohol playing a role. The good news? You can eliminate those factors by taking less risk with speeding and not drinking while driving.
Before hopping on a motorcycle, remember that the models of today have greater power and speed than the models from 10 to 20 years ago. Even if you have ridden motorcycles a lot in the past, you should never underestimate the motorcycles of today. Also, the need for excellent gear becomes another crucial investment. If you have a helmet without a face shield, you should pair it with goggles or sunglasses. This reduces the risk of bugs or debris getting in your eyes. Use durable non-slip gloves before you start a motorcycling adventure and never tailgate vehicles. If a vehicle stops suddenly, …show more content…
In a lot of cases, people push their bike harder than they should have. It is not necessarily the limits of your bike but the limits of your riding ability. If you are a beginner, do not push yourself too hard. Also, it is sometimes better if you ride alone at first. In many of the accidents related to motorcycles, they occurred because the person gave in to peer pressure. They took greater risks because they wanted to impress the people they were with. The sense of camaraderie and riding with others is great, but you should take your time before riding with
If you are an older rider, you have even worse chances of surviving of crash because of weaker eyesight, brittle bones and a slower reaction time. In more than 48 percent of the fatalities in 2010, they occurred because of speeding and 42 percent with alcohol playing a role. The good news? You can eliminate those factors by taking less risk with speeding and not drinking while driving.
Before hopping on a motorcycle, remember that the models of today have greater power and speed than the models from 10 to 20 years ago. Even if you have ridden motorcycles a lot in the past, you should never underestimate the motorcycles of today. Also, the need for excellent gear becomes another crucial investment. If you have a helmet without a face shield, you should pair it with goggles or sunglasses. This reduces the risk of bugs or debris getting in your eyes. Use durable non-slip gloves before you start a motorcycling adventure and never tailgate vehicles. If a vehicle stops suddenly, …show more content…
In a lot of cases, people push their bike harder than they should have. It is not necessarily the limits of your bike but the limits of your riding ability. If you are a beginner, do not push yourself too hard. Also, it is sometimes better if you ride alone at first. In many of the accidents related to motorcycles, they occurred because the person gave in to peer pressure. They took greater risks because they wanted to impress the people they were with. The sense of camaraderie and riding with others is great, but you should take your time before riding with