The primary cause of motorcycle accidents is human error.And usually the error falls on the driver of the secondary vehicle.
Some of this is because:
- People in passenger vehicles tend not to see the cyclist when changing lanes.
- People in passenger vehicles tend not to see the motorcyclist when pulling from driveways.
- People in passenger vehicles cannot see well in thick fog or at night.
- People in passenger vehicles do not take notice of two-wheeled vehicles in heavy traffic.
Other common causal factors are as follows.
Bad road conditions
In almost every city in every county of every state inside the United States, road work is being done, usually on heavily traveled roadways. Road construction is a significant cause of motorcycle accidents.
Speed problems
Not keeping up with the flow of traffic is a strong contributor in motorcycle crashes. So go with the flow.
Riding skills
Inexperienced or overconfident riders contribute significantly to the emergency room population.
Presence of alcohol
Never, ever (ever) drink and drive be it a car or a motorcycle. Alcohol inhibits the body’s natural balance system.
Undivided roadways
Although this happens in more rural areas, it’s because of that reason alone the danger increases. It’s not unheard of that cyclists crash out in the boondocks and are unable to receive medical attention in a timely manner.
Talking on the phone
New Bluetooth devices allow motorcyclists to dial and accept calls while riding, and while technology advancement is a good thing--riding and talking are not. Many deaths each year could have been prevented simply by not talking and riding.
Tricky Question:
What is the most dangerous weather condition for a motorcyclist?
Snow? Ice? Fog? Rain?
Nope, none of these.
95% of biker crashes occur on dry roads, on a dry sunny day!
The reason?
When it’s icy, bikers know it’s dangerous
When it’s raining, bikers slow down.
But when it’s sunny, bikers see no danger.
And that’s when they’re at their most vulnerable.
Every weather condition brings certain challenges but don’t be fooled into complacency.
Be aware, be smart and be safe.
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