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| Motorcyclist fatalities account for about 13 percent of total traffic fatalities. - NHTSA |
Motorcyclist fatalities have continued to increase over the last decade, reaching 5,154 in
2007. In fact, deaths in almost all other categories have gone down over the last ten years
while the number of motorcycle fatalities have steadily increased.
These alarming trends illustrate the specific need for qualified experts in the field of
motorcycle traffic accident reconstruction.
Motorcycle accidents require a unique approach from reconstructionists due to their
mechanical composition. Motorcycles stop, accelerate and turn in a distinctly different
manner than passenger cars or other four-wheel vehicles. Motorcycles generally rely on
motion to maintain stability and will often introduce a lean and counter-steering tactic when
turning.
Motorcycle riders are also at a substantially greater risk of being injured if involved in a traffic
crash as opposed to traditional motorists. Motorcyclists do not generally have the benefit of
safety belts or supplemental restraint systems, such as airbags, to protect them.
Many states, such as Illinois, do not require the use of a helmet when operating a motorcycle.
And, even with the added protection that helmets provide, about 1 out of every 5 motorcycle
accidents result in head or neck injuries to the motorcyclist.
Accident reconstruction experts are often concerned with stopping ability or reactionary
measured employed by the motorcyclist. Motorcycles are unique, in that they can employ a
variety of braking alternatives. Riders can utilize a front brake, rear brake, or combination
thereof. Motorcycles can even be equipped with anti-lock brakes.
The type of brake(s) utilized by the motorcyclist will determine its drag factor, or stopping
ability. Specific braking responses, such as rear wheel only, are characterized by certain
types of skid marks, while panic front wheel braking often induces an abrupt fall and slide.
In addition to frictional applications, Crash Data Services, LLC has experts experienced in the
management of all motorcycle accident reconstruction techniques.
2007. In fact, deaths in almost all other categories have gone down over the last ten years
while the number of motorcycle fatalities have steadily increased.
These alarming trends illustrate the specific need for qualified experts in the field of
motorcycle traffic accident reconstruction.
Motorcycle accidents require a unique approach from reconstructionists due to their
mechanical composition. Motorcycles stop, accelerate and turn in a distinctly different
manner than passenger cars or other four-wheel vehicles. Motorcycles generally rely on
motion to maintain stability and will often introduce a lean and counter-steering tactic when
turning.
Motorcycle riders are also at a substantially greater risk of being injured if involved in a traffic
crash as opposed to traditional motorists. Motorcyclists do not generally have the benefit of
safety belts or supplemental restraint systems, such as airbags, to protect them.
Many states, such as Illinois, do not require the use of a helmet when operating a motorcycle.
And, even with the added protection that helmets provide, about 1 out of every 5 motorcycle
accidents result in head or neck injuries to the motorcyclist.
Accident reconstruction experts are often concerned with stopping ability or reactionary
measured employed by the motorcyclist. Motorcycles are unique, in that they can employ a
variety of braking alternatives. Riders can utilize a front brake, rear brake, or combination
thereof. Motorcycles can even be equipped with anti-lock brakes.
The type of brake(s) utilized by the motorcyclist will determine its drag factor, or stopping
ability. Specific braking responses, such as rear wheel only, are characterized by certain
types of skid marks, while panic front wheel braking often induces an abrupt fall and slide.
In addition to frictional applications, Crash Data Services, LLC has experts experienced in the
management of all motorcycle accident reconstruction techniques.
In 2008, NHTSA’s National
Center for Statistics and Analysis
published an annual report
detailing many of the trends in
traffic accidents. Among these
was the alarming trend for
motorcyclists to be involved in
more fatal traffic crashes for a
tenth consecutive year. To read
NHTSA's publication, click here.
Center for Statistics and Analysis
published an annual report
detailing many of the trends in
traffic accidents. Among these
was the alarming trend for
motorcyclists to be involved in
more fatal traffic crashes for a
tenth consecutive year. To read
NHTSA's publication, click here.
Many states, including Ilinois,
have special provisions governing
the licensing of motorcyclists.
Some other states do not require
a special classification to operate
a motorcycle. Likewise, only some
states require secondary
knowledge competency or
motorcycle skills testing to be
licensed. To read the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation's data on
specific state requirements,
please click here.
have special provisions governing
the licensing of motorcyclists.
Some other states do not require
a special classification to operate
a motorcycle. Likewise, only some
states require secondary
knowledge competency or
motorcycle skills testing to be
licensed. To read the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation's data on
specific state requirements,
please click here.
In 2009, the Illinois Secretary of
State published a Motorcycle
Operator Manual specifically
geared toward developing
motorcyclist skill and safety. To
view this guide, please click here.
State published a Motorcycle
Operator Manual specifically
geared toward developing
motorcyclist skill and safety. To
view this guide, please click here.
To read the Motorcycle Safety
Foundation's operator manual,
click here.
Foundation's operator manual,
click here.
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