“Motorcycling…is not of itself, inherently dangerous. Riding a motorcycle is however, extremely unforgiving of inattention, ignorance, incompetence or stupidity.â€
Not sure who came up with the above quote and observation but I gotta tell yas…after 45 years of motorcycle riding experience, I could not have said it better myself. Unfortunately, we must add an additional warning to this observation today. No matter how good and safe a rider you are, there’s a distracted driver out there who could snuff you out. If you are a driver that has found yourself in the difficult position of causing a road accident, you could look into contacting someone like Weiland Upton to help you out with your case. As much as some drivers do infuriate me, I guess accidents do happen!
Research from the Ad Council shows that people are convinced that being distracted while driving is dangerous, yet they are still doing it.
The good folks at the Ad Council are doing all they can to help educate our addicted-to-smartphones population. A big thanks goes to them for their efforts but in the end, it is “you” the driver and rider who needs to take responsibility for your safety and the safety of others on the roads. It is clear by now that no entity, private or public, is able to curtail distracted roadkills in any significant numbers.
Then, there’s the “Buzzed While Driving” crowd…how stupid are these people?
According to the Ad Council, someone is killed every 51 minutes in the U.S due to an alcohol-related car accident. This figure should be both shocking and terrifying to any motorcyclist out there. Anyone involved in an accident and who suffers an injury as a result may be looking to find a motorcycle accident lawyer to take on their potential claim.
“There’s this incredible feeling you get when riding buzzed…Especially when you crash…such as flesh being torn from your limbs as bones are being broken, crushed and dismembered from your body.” —From the Ride Smart Ride Sober Campaign
Start with “The Pledge”…I will not text and drive.
Come on people, we all know that distracted driving is dangerous. So how do we effectively deal with this roadkill habit?
Distracted driving is a dangerous epidemic on America’s roadways. In 2015, there were 3,477 people killed and an estimated additional 391,000 injured in motor vehicle crashes involving distracted drivers, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. If you are one such person who has become the victim of an injury, you may want to talk to a motorcycle accident lawyer in Sacramento CA for assistance with you case.
Thank you for taking the Pledge. Thank you for refusing to Text and Drive.
Hey Drivers…looking twice for motorcyclists is one of the best safety actions you can make while driving your vehicle.
The Bottom Line
Distracted drivers are unable to focus their full attention on the road. As noted earlier, they are the leading cause of most crashes per the NHTSA. They are a menace to themselves, their passengers, other drivers and killers of motorcyclists.
Only you can prevent motorcycle accidents so ride safely and look out for the distracted driver.
Me, I gave up riding motorcycles during commute hours years ago in southern California as I witnessed the driving while distracted epidemic take hold. The riding risk-to-reward ratio during commute times is simply not “worth it†to me.
Ride Safe Out There,
Thank You for reading my blog.
About Motorcycle Marc – I’m just a motoblogger, some say a motorcycle industry influencer, ambassador and sponsor. Since 2009, I’ve developed a strong, dedicated following of gearheads, motorheads, biker-wannabes and 2-wheeled adventurers who love motorcycles and everything motorcycle-related. Welcome to my world – Marc J. Beaulieu (MJB)
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Great website, continue the good work!
Thanks for another informative blog. I’ve a project that I’m simply now working on, and I’ve been on the glance out for such info. Motorcycle Safety Awareness should be every day not just for the month of May.
Exceptional post. I was wondering if you could write
a litte more on this subject? I’d be very grateful if you could elaborate a little bit further.
Like your blog a lot. Cheers!
Excellent article. I am going through a few of these issues as well..
I must thank you for the efforts you have put in writing this blog post. Very high-grade stuff/content. Thank you for supporting rider safety.
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Thank you Morgan. — MJB
Nice work here Marc. Thank you for being a champion of motorcycle safety.
Hi there, this is a really good post on the topic of motorcycle safety. Thank you Motorcycle Marc.
Incredible! This blog is awesome. I could not find any crap anywhere. Good for you buddy.
Superb choice of colors!
Hello Motorcycle Marc, I’m thoroughly enjoying your blog.
I too am an aspiring blog writer but I’m still new to everything.
Do you have any suggestions for beginner blog writers? I’d definitely appreciate it.
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Yes, just do it…Blog away Marlene. Enjoy the journey. Don’t rush. Do it when you feel like it.
—Motorcycle Marc
Have you ever considered about including a little bit more than just your articles?
I mean, what you say is important and all. Nevertheless think about if you added some great
graphics or video clips to give your posts more, “pop”!
Your content is excellent but with images and clips, this blog could certainly be one of the
very best in its field. Wonderful blog!
Appreciating the hard work you put into your website and detailed information you provide.
It’s awesome to come across a blog every once in a while that
isn’t the same out of date rehashed information. Great read!
I’ve saved your site and I’m including your RSS feeds to my Google
account.
I love looking through your motorcycle rider safety article. Makes men and women think.
I could not refrain from commenting. Well written! Love your blog.
Please drivers, stop the texting and driving. Don’t be stupid!
Distracted drivers are everywhere on the roads. I am very surprised that the motorcycle industry has not attacked this road killing issue hard. Why do you think that is Motorcycle Marc? Are they scared?
Such a amazing blog u have have.Best part is highlighting the topic of motorcycle safety. Good job. I notice in your photos that you often wear a bright colored vest, a very safe practice on a motorbike.
Love your blog Marc. Thank you for highlighting the topic of motorcycle safety. Here in New York city, I ride a Vespa scooter and I got to tell you, drivers just don’t seem to pay attention to motorcycles so I’m always extra careful to make sure I keep my distances and wear bright clothing. Plus, I never scoot at night.
Another helpful and guideful post from you Motorcycle Marc. Thanks for highlighting motorcycle safety for us riders.
I find it crazy that only the month of May is used to remind drivers and riders about road safety and looking twice for motorcycles. Safety is every day, every week, every month, all the time. Motorcycle safety awareness should be highlighted all the time.
Great blog you have here Motorcycle Marc. Thank you for championing motorcycle safety.
Hi Marc. I like the helpful info you supply to your articles. Keep it up.
Hi there, good article about motorcycle safety. Don’t understand why more is not done about distracted driving. It is crazy out there on the roads in LA.
Very useful piece of information. I’m happy that you share your skills with us.Thanks for sharing.
This is an excellent post Motorcycle Marc. There’s certainly a great deal to find out about this subject. I love all the points you’ve made. I find it really unfortunate that governments and even insurance companies have not done more to stop distracted drivers. It is crazy out there.
Howdy! Thank you for this article Marc and helping to get the word out about safety for us riders.
Hi there, You’ve done an incredible job. I will certainly dig it and will personally suggest to my friends that they get on your mailing list. Thank you for pushing motorcycle safety. We need all the help we can get especially now that idiots are texting and driving everywhere. Good job.
Interesting blog! You sure know your stuff about motorcycles. Thanks.
An outstanding post for Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month! I’ve just forwarded this onto a co-worker who has been doing a little research on this. And he bought me dinner because I discovered it for him… lol. So let me reword this…. Thanks for the meal!! But yeah, thanks for spending the time to talk about this matter here on your website.
Low fines, less than $500, are a complete joke. Have no impact. They make the politicians feel good but simply are not working. Thanks for the post. Can’t help but remind people at the very least.
Me and the wife are taking the pledge today, now. Thanks for the reminder. Working on getting our adult children to also pledge to not ever Text and Drive.
Excellent post Marc. I too wonder about te idiots texting while driving. Killer habit. I am surprised the insurance industry and the government is not doing more to curtail this deadly practice.