Motorcycle accidents easily cause catastrophic injury and death. The rider is very vulnerable because a bike doesn't offer any protection. There are some commonsense ways you can reduce your risk of a crash, which we detail in this slideshow.

1. MOTORCYCLE SAFETY
Your Guide to
How to Prevent
Crashes

2. Check tire pressure
BEFORE YOU
RIDE
Check tread depth
Check the signal indicators
Check the headlights
Check fluid levels
Always look for signs of oil or gas leaks

3. WEAR
PROTECTIVE
GEAR
Motorcycles don't offer
any protection. You have
to suit up accordingly:
Helmet
Leather or heavy
denim over your
arms and legs
Boots or shoes over
the ankle
Gloves

4. KNOW THE LAWS
Experienced riders know
the traffic laws and obey
them. Don't speed or run
lights. Signal when you
change lanes. Obey all
posted signs and lane
markings. Doing so can
prevent a serious crash.

5. RIDE SOBER Drugs and alcohol affect your ability to ride in
many ways. It impairs judgement, slows reaction
time, impedes balance and coordination, and
negatively affects throttle control. Be alcohol and
drug free when you ride.

6. WATCH FOR
HAZARDS
Potholes, uneven
pavement, rocks,
debris, slick road
surfaces - all of these
things can spell
disaster for a
motorcycle rider.
Make sure you know
what to do when you
encounter these
conditions.

7. Other motorists often fail to see motorcycles.
Ride defensively by being aware of your
surroundings, creating a safe following
distance and identifying escape routes.
Defensive riders anticipate dangerous
scenarios and the behavior of other drivers in
order to stay prepared for anything.
RIDE
DEFENSIVELY

8. 5,172 motorcyclists were killed in 2017,
according to the most recent statistics.
Source: www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/motorcycle-safety
Motorcycle accidents are a deadly problem
across the U.S.

9. MOTORISTS:
SHARE THE ROAD
Motorcycles are more difficult to see than
other vehicles. Always be aware of the
potential presence of motorcycles.
Always check your blind spot for motorcycles.
Don't follow motorcycles too closely.
Don't drive distracted.

10. Injured in a motorcycle accident? Call the Karl Truman Law
Office at 502-222-2222 for a complimentary consultation.