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By eHow Cars Editor
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Blame is irrelevant when people are killed or injured in motorcycle accidents. The reality is that it's up to you to stay out of accidents.
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Comments
Anonymous said
on 7/29/2006 I've escaped two potentially fatal accidents by not starting on the green light. Instead I waited to check on both sides that cars were either stopped or that the roads were clear. Doing this gives you the extra seconds when red light-runners zoom through just in front of you.
Anonymous said
on 7/29/2006 Slow down. Most motorcycle accidents occur because of excessive speed: (i) losing control in a curve, or (ii) not having time to see a car coming or stopping before the crash.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 As mentioned before, imagine that you are invisible to everyone surrounding you in both directions. Actively create scenarious, thinking of all the things that can go wrong in that instant, and farther up the road.
Be aware of the most common scenarios resulting in accidents, and practice evasive maneuvers regularly in a secluded place. This will make your response to common scenarios instinctive, giving you time to prepare mentally for the scenarios you create as you go.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 When riding long distances, pace yourself and stop frequently to hydrate. It doesn't have to be 90 degrees to become dehydrated on a bike either. If you become light-headed all of a sudden, stop immediately and drink plenty of water.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Always wear protection when riding. I was wearing chaps when my bike hit some spilled oil on a curve and went down. This saved my hide, literally. I am a big believer in protective gear. Never assume you are invulnerable!
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Lightly touch the rear brake just enough to illuminate the brake light if you're in heavy traffic. Car drivers don't understand that as well as accelerating much faster than them due to superior power/weight ratio, you also decelerate much quicker than cars do.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 ALWAYS leave your bright lights on. This makes it easer for people to see you. I even ride with my brights on at night, people don't know how bright a motorcycle headlight should be. This way you are always seen. What's the worst that can happen, a car flashes their brights at you. Who cares, atleast they see you! ALWAYS wear a helmet.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 I never ride without full protection, even when it's scorching hot. To stay cool, at every stop, I drench my T-shirt with water before putting that jacket back on. Ya might get some funny looks, but it sure feels good.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 When riding past an onramp on the highway in the right lane, position yourself to the right side of the lane. It is easier for vehicles entering on the highway to see you.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Statistics indicate that a large number of motorcycle fatalities involve riders who have been drinking. Riding requires good vision, balance, coordination, and (especially) judgement - all impaired by alcohol.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Learn what your bike will do in limited traction situations. Street bikes are firmly connected to the ground by their tires MOST of the time. When they are not, as in an emergency, the bike behaves differently, but still can be controlled.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Know when it rained last. Know where water drains off of hills through roads (this happens predictably). Stay in tire tracks on urbans streets, as oil and street residue resides in the center of lanes.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Some areas of the country grind a slight groove into the pavement placing a white or yellow colored tape material in the groove, instead of painting. These grooves are just wide enough for a motorcycle tire to fit into before the tape material is installed. In addition, the tape material can be extra slippery when wet. Be especially watchful of this type of material when used at stop signs or other areas where a large pavement marking is needed.
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 go into corners at a reasonable (sensible) speed, that way it is easier to control your movments through the corner, which makes for a smoother, faster (stupid) exit of the corner, never accelerate hard while you bike is on a lean, you'll spin.
better to look carefull and stay upright, than be stupid and lay it down
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 when riding your sportbike(yamaha r1 , cbr 900 , ect.)and attempting wheelies or
excessing the speed greatly
for one thing make sure there
arent any police and watch for
operraters of pasenger vehicles to make sure that they see you.