Motorcycle Safety is the focus for July

Motorcycles are less stable and less visible than cars and often have high performance capabilities. When motorcycles crash, their riders lack the protection of an enclosed vehicle, so they are more likely to get injured or killed.

Sharing the road and driving safely is the key to reducing collisions. Drivers need to be cautious around motorcycles and give them the space they need, and motorcycle riders should make sure that the other drivers can see them.

For motorcycle operators:

1. Stay out of blind spots! Make sure other drivers see you.

2. Be alert at intersections. Make eye contact with other drivers/riders before making your move.

3. Protect yourself with the right gear and an approved motorcycle helmet.

4. When it comes to other drivers, your speed can be easily misjudged.

5. Ride defensively and make every effort to enhance your visibility.

6. Be aware of what is going on behind you to avoid deadly rear end collisions.

For drivers of other vehicles:

1. Share the road – look twice for motorcyclists at intersections or when changing lanes.

2. Never underestimate the speed of a motorcycle. Their size makes their speed deceptive.

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