Motorcycle

enthusiasts all over the city of Los Angeles look forward to biking season. The thrill of the open road with no physical barrier separa<ng the rider from the elements adds a level of excitement unknown to any other mode of transporta<on. Traveling via motorcycle, does, however, pose an increased risk of being involved in an accident, and, in recent years, the rate of accidents involving motorcycles has increased drama<cally. Due to these facts, it is very important for the rider to be armed with the knowledge of why this is happening to best prevent becoming part of the sta<s<c.

An obvious and easily avoidable cause of motorcycle accident's stem from inexperienced or debilitated drivers. The privilege to drive a motorcycle comes with special tes<ng, and this is done for a reason. Driving a motorcycle is dierent than riding a bicycle, and there is specic tes<ng that must be passed before an individual is adequately prepared to put their skills to the test, so one should never aEempt to ride a motorcycle if they do not possess proper licensing. Furthermore, even someone with a license should never aEempt to drive a motorcycle if under the inuence of alcohol.

It is oIen misunderstood that motorcyclists crash more oIen than other motorists because they drive too quickly. This is not oIen the case, but speed can play a very important factor for another reason, and it can even involve going too slow. When there is a large gap between the speed of the cyclist and other trac, the rider is faced with the risk of running into someone in front of them if they stop and they are moving too quickly, or being rear ended by someone behind them if the rider is not traveling fast enough. Authori<es recognize this risk, and busy roads oIen have a maximum AND minimum speed posted as a result. In the event that an accident does occur it is a good idea to contact a Los Angeles motorcycle accident aEorney.

The roads themselves pose unique dangers to the cyclist that are not as prominent to a car or other vehicle. For example, hiNng a deer is bad in a car, but can prove fatal to someone driving a motorcycle. Other common road condi<ons such as curbs, bumps and uneven patches can cause the driver to lose balance and crash. The common injuries incurred by accidents caused by these obstacles include spinal injury and serious damage to the lower half of the body.

Perhaps the biggest threat posed to the cyclist is the fact that they are some<mes hard to detect by other drivers. Over 65 percent of the accidents that occur involving motorcycles are caused by other motorists. They simply are not aware of the presence of the cyclist and not looking for them. Los Angeles does their best to make this problem understood for anyone tes<ng for a standard driver's license, however many fail to implement what they have learned on the road. Therefore, it is up to the cyclist to be on the lookout for poten<al dangers.

Riding a motorcycle is a fun way to enjoy leisure <me and should not be ceased due to these sta<s<cs. Being aware of the dangers that a motorcycle presents is the best armor the rider can use to shield him or herself from geNng hurt. In the event that an accident does occur, it's always advisable to contact a reputable Los Angeles motorcycle accident aEorney to represent the case.