Back in 2007, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) issued six recommendations to improve motorcycle safety and reduce the number of motorcyclists who are injured or killed the highways, and in November 2010, the NTSB added motorcycle safety to its Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements. Their recommendations calling on states to enact universal [...]
Federal safety officials want states to require all motorcycle riders to wear helmets, citing a surge in deaths since the late 1990s. Some people feel that it is unnecessary to wear a helmet, but in the end it could save your life. The National Transportation Safety Board says motorcycle deaths have increased over the last [...]
One of the most recent safety issues concerning motorcycles are unsafe break systems. Defects in the braking system which increase stopping time and distance or the ability to control the bike in a braking maneuver have been at the forefront of motorcycle litigation over the past decade. One of the issues with motorcycle brakes involves [...]
As many of you know, motorcycle use is on the rise in the U.S. In the last decade, motorcycle ridership has increased over 50%. No longer are motorcyclists limited to the “easy rider” stereotype known for decades. Women are becoming more interested in motorcycles; in fact almost 10% of all motorcycle owners are women. Harley-Davidson [...]
Steve, our marketing assistant, talked with James McRury, who is the owner of Keyes Cycles Parts, & Service. He offered some tips on how to get your bike ready for the off season, winter! 1. If it is an older bike; remove or install battery tender 2. Change engine oil – always store bike with [...]
We are saddened to hear the news that a Clyde man is dead after his motorcycle collided with a car on Ohio 101, just south of Clyde. Nicholas R. Darr was pronounced dead at the scene. His motorcycle was headed south on Ohio 101 when it collided with the vehicle. Troopers said that the other [...]
Legal Responsibilities Know your state’s licensing requirements. It has been estimated that one-third of motorcycle operators killed in crashes are not licensed or are improperly licensed to operate a motorcycle. By obtaining a license, state licensing agencies ensure that motorcycle operators have the skills needed to safely operate a motorcycle. Take the motorcycle written test, [...]
Here is some advice on bike maintenance provided to you by Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC. Your bike has a regular service schedule that’s listed in the owner’s manual – have these done by an authorized dealer. Keep your bike clean. Dirt can disguise a potential problem. Check your battery every month and make [...]
Motorcycle Riding Gear; here is some information given to you by the Charles E. Boyk Law Offices on the proper riding gear. · Helmet o If wearing a helmet, buy one that has a sticker indicating DOT (Department of Transportation) compliance. This means that the helmet meets certain basic impact standards. o Make sure you [...]
Group Riding; here are some safety tips provided by the Charles E. Boyk Law Offices, LLC about group motorcycle riding. Before setting out, hold a riders’ meeting where you can discuss the route, rest and fuel stops, hand signals, and what to do in the event of an accident or emergency or if someone is [...]
