Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycle Accidents

 Motorcycle Crashes Compilation of 2013

 Conclusions from a U.S. Government study of motorcycle accidents:

The findings from the analysis described in this report identify a variety of trends from FARS data, available exposure data and calculated rates. Analyses from all data sources support FARS data about greater involvement of riders in the over 40 age group and 1,001-1,500 cc engine motorcycles in fatal crashes.
Findings from FARS, MIC, FHWA and US Census Bureau data provide insight into
possible reasons for the increase in motorcyclist fatalities in recent years and could aid in the design of crash prevention programs:

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Harley Davidson Motorcycle Crash

Harley Davidson Motorcycle Crash

Harley Davidson Lowside Motorcycle Crash where luckily, the rider was able to walk away.

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In Los Angeles, this video shows a custom Harley Davidson Bagger crash near the Rock Store. Great recovery, the Harley rider used momentum to land back on his feet then just walked away, while his bike was still crashing. Very, very, lucky, he was uninjured except just a quarter size spot of road rash on his knee.

Harley Davidson Bagger riders have to understand that their bike is the exact opposite of a sport bike or crotch rocket. Most Harley Davidson bikes are designed for touring, not for sport riding, and really, the two don’t mix! (more…)

Motorcycle Crash Newport Beach

Motorcycle Crash – Should you wear protective clothing?

While exiting the 55 to get onto PCH, the one lane opened up into two. The girl, having already cut us off once a few seconds prior, started to the left lane, so my buddy started going to the right. She changed her mind and cut in front of him. He locked up his rear brake, slapped the tank and went down.  (more…)