Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents
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- Invisibility of motorcyclists - The motorcyclist is undetected by other drivers. Motorcycles are so small compared to normal passenger vehicles that they often end up in the blind spots of their larger counterparts which causes things like cut-offs, violation of the cyclist’s right-of-way, and even contact between the two vehicles. Truck drivers are at even more risk of missing a motorcyclist. Drivers of these large vehicles have many blind spots and do not see the comparatively small motorcycle, which can result in collision.
- Limited visibility – Cyclists themselves have limited visibility. Due to the compact size of motorcycles they too often get caught in between larger cars, trucks, and vans making it hard for them to see the road ahead or its surroundings. The most common instances where this occurs are at intersections, between buildings and parked vehicles, and even behind or next to large shrubbery or trees.
- Road hazards - Potholes, oil slicks, puddles, debris, and uneven pavement.
- Motorcycle defects – Any faulty part on the motorcycle such as tires, breaks, handle bars, fuel system leaks, or the accelerator.
- Weather - Heavy rain, snow, hail, wind, etc. can lead to decreased visibility and hazardous driving conditions.
- Violation of motorcycle regulations.
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