A Colorado Springs motorcyclist and her female passenger were taken to the hospital with serious injuries after a motorcycle accident involving extreme winds and loose gravel. Witnesses to the accident said that the rider of the motorcycle lost control after a gust of wind hit her, causing her to hit loose gravel on the side… read more
We frequently stress how important motorcycle safety courses are for rider safety. In a move we wish other states would take note of, Pennsylvania is offering free motorcycle safety courses to all state residents with a valid motorcycle license or permit. The state Motorcycle Safety Program will offer classes April 9 through the summer. The… read more
Earlier this month, an alleged drunk driver slammed his truck into a patrol car, pinning a police officer between the patrol car and another vehicle. “The moment I saw it getting closer to me I thought I was already done,” said Denver Police Officer Angela Simon. “I didn’t have time to react. I thought if… read more
As the weather warms into spring, you may feel the open road calling you. Traveling across the country on your motorcycle can be incredibly exhilarating, but there are a few precautions worth taking to ensure the best trip. Here are five things you should consider: Service your bike. You want to do everything you can… read more
Loudoun County, Virginia is considering the cancellation of seat belt installations in its school buses after a four-year effort to improve student safety. Kids refuse to wear seat belts while riding the bus, and some are arguing that trying to make them do so is an expensive and unwinnable battle. The American Medical Association and… read more
How much do you know about motorcycle safety? If, like most riders, you feel you could learn more about riding safely, now is a perfect time to seek out some quality education. Motorcycle safety courses are available across the country, and there could be no better way to start the season. Motorcycle safety courses will… read more
A recent Indiana school bus crash involving the death of a driver and a student has some parties calling for the installation of seat belts in the state’s school buses. Officials say the installations would be far too expensive, though, and the verdict is still out on whether such installations would actually improve student safety.… read more
According to Denver’s Channel 7 News, biker clubs are convinced that hotels, restaurants and stores frequently discriminate against them because of how they dress. In response to claims of discrimination against bikers, State Representative Joe Miklosi has proposed a measure that would add “unconventional attire” to the state law barring discrimination in public accommodations. Ray… read more
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is making a concentrated push this month to inform the public of the devastating costs of traumatic brain injuries. According to the BIAA, about 75% of TBIs that occur each year are concussions or other forms of mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI).… read more
“Stay visible” is one of the most important motorcycle safety tips you will ever hear. You have probably heard it before; maybe you read it on this blog. Regardless, it bears repeating. The more visible you are, the less likely you are to get hurt. “I didn’t see him” is a phrase heard repeatedly after… read more
