Be Seen, Be Heard, and Beware
7 Ways Motorcyclists Can Maximize Their Visibility and Avoid Accidents One of the most common phrases uttered at the scene of a vehicle-motorcycle accident by the vehicle’s driver is, “I never even saw the motorcycle.” It is extremely easy for motorcyclists to ride...
Discovering Ways to Stop Motorcyclists Who Drive Under the Influence
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the percentage of drivers with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 or greater was highest for fatalities involving motorcycle riders. As a result, some manufacturers and safety officials...
Dangerous — But Legal — Moves Motorcyclists Can Make on Colorado’s Roads
3 Questionable Things Riders Do That Can Lead to a Motorcycle Accident Motorcyclists are required to obey the same traffic laws as other motorists. There are some laws intended specifically for Colorado motorcyclists, and although some of these regulations seem to...
Tips for Riding Motorcycles With Child Passengers
Preparing Yourself, Your Passenger, and Your Bike for Safety Taking a child on a motorcycle as a passenger is not as simple as just hopping on and hitting the road. The decision to allow a child to ride on a motorcycle is one that should be made by a responsible...
Motorcycle Accidents Cost Americans Billions of Dollars Annually
According to the World Atlas, the number of registered motorcycles in the United States increased significantly from 2003 to 2013. In 2003, there were approximately 3.8 million motorbikes on the road; in 10 years, that number grew to 8.4 million. The number of...
Word to the Wise: For Motorcycle Safety, Keep Training
Do you know how many motorcycles are registered in Colorado? Believe it or not, there are more than 195,000 motorcycles registered in the state, ranking Colorado within the top 20 states for the number of registered motorcyclists. To keep motorcycle drivers and...