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Army to offer sport bike safety course
Gina Cavallaro - May 30, 2008
The Army will offer soldiers a new sport bike motorcycle rider course in an effort to continue bolstering motorcycle safety education and reducing or eliminating injury and death..."twenty soldiers were killed in motorcycle accidents in the first six months of fiscal 2008."
North Island hosts first motorcycle safety fair
MR3 Antoinette Marshall - May 29, 2008
Commander, Navy Region Southwest (CNRSW) Traffic Safety department hosted the first Motorcycle Safety Fair aboard Naval Air Station, North Island May 21.
Gas prices are fueling scooter sales
Maverick - May 21, 2008
Think safety! Motor scooters weigh less than most motorcycles and they are easier to manage. Step through one, start it, roll on the throttle, and you are moving down the roadway. Lighter weight, no transmission in most scooters, and less cost! Photo...Honda Helix
Trip Planner Part 3 - Things to take on a 2+ day trip
Maverick - May 16, 2008
Overnight trips usually require extra clothing and gear items to accommodate increased variations in weather conditions, leisure, social and night time. Extended travel may also mean lights out and increased chances of an emergency. Travel on Saturdays and Sundays in remote areas usually means supplies, including gear and parts, are difficult to access. Anticipate your needs and pack accordingly.
Trip Planner Part 2 - Things to take on a one day trip
Maverick - Apr 18, 2008
This Trip Packing Planner includes suggestions that will add to the comfort and safety of your trip. Every motorcyclist should customize his/her packing according to individual taste, requirements and customized to accommodate the day's weather forecast. This list will help you get started while simplifying the packing process. If you place soft fabric items in a nylon compression bag, you will be amazed how much space you can save!
Motorcyclists! Harley-Davidson encourages all to check their helmets
Harley-Davidson Press Release - Apr 2, 2008
As the motorcycle riding season gets fired up around the country, now is the time to make sure helmets are ready for riding. During April's "Check Your Helmet Month" and throughout the year, motorcycle enthusiasts are reminded to follow a few simple rules to make sure their helmets are ready for summer riding.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Peters unveils legislation to help States target motorcycle helmet use
NHTSA Press Release - Feb 16, 2008
U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters sent legislation to Congress seeking greater flexibility for states to target one of the leading causes of motorcycle deaths across the nation - riding without a helmet.
Motorcycling in cold or cool weather
By Jackie Vaughan - Feb 15, 2008
As long as roads are dry, motorcyclists can safely ride year around in spite of cold temperatures. Some of the positives of riding in cold weather are that, generally, the air is fresh and your senses of smell and touch are intensified. Keep your head up and pointed into the wind. But, dress warm. Jackie Vaughan, a Motorcycle Safety Foundation instructor from Texas, provides some specific recommendations and considerations when riding in cold weather.
What started out as the "dream" motorcycle vacation ended as a life altering experience
Nancy Crowell - Feb 7, 2008
Always inspect your motorcycle before each and every ride. Especially, make sure your tire pressure meets manufacturer recommendations. I learned this the hard way! On the way to my dream vacation, I had an accident on my Harley Davidson Heritage Softail motorcycle. There is no way to determine...
Motorcyclist and other vehicle operator safety advice
Maverick - Feb 5, 2008
Nationwide, motorcycle related deaths have risen from about 2,100 in 1997 to more than 4,800 during 2006. Many factors influence motorcyclist safety on any roadway. Observers inside and outside the motorcycling industry point to causes; e.g., traffic conditions, inexperienced motorcycle operators, judgment exercised by other vehicle operators, and lack of adequate vehicle training to name a few.
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