Most motorcyclists understand that their hobby comes with some inherent risks. After all, motorcycles lack the protective enclosure of a passenger vehicle and are much less visible to other drivers due to their size. In 2017 alone, the number of deaths on motorcycles...
Motorcycles may not represent as much of the flow of traffic as enclosed motor vehicles do, but they're still a common sight on any road or highway. Drivers learn from their first days in driver education class to watch for motorcycles, bicyclists and pedestrians that...
Motorcycling may be an exhilarating and fuel-efficient pastime for riders, but there’s no denying that riding a bike is far more dangerous than driving a car. According to the Insurance Information Institute, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely than car occupants...
Riding a motorcycle in Connecticut can be an enjoyable way to see the beautiful countryside. However, it takes a different set of physical and mental skills to operate a motorcycle than driving a passenger car or other four-wheeled vehicles. The National Highway...
As it gets closer to winter and snow season, you may want to head out for your last ride before storing your bike. Join your friends for a few more group runs. Although getting out on the blacktop is second nature, do you really know the safety measures for riding in...
Many of our North Haven readers know that some years ago, motorcycles had a prominent place in youth culture. There were movies, songs, popular expressions and fashionable clothes that all linked directly or indirectly to life on motorcycles and the exhilarating feel...
Spring is a time of celebration and renewal, and that means different things to different people. Parents with young children may look forward to outdoor play, Easter baskets and egg hunts. Those who enjoy riding motorcycles, however, may feel excitement about getting...
When you first purchased your motorcycle, perhaps you had dreams about riding mile after mile across open roads, taking in majestic scenery and fresh air. Maybe things changed when you started to use your bike to commute to and from work. Now, you spend more time...
Distracted driving is dangerous. It is a major problem on our roads. According to government statistics, it claimed more than 3,000 lives in 2014. Research shows that drivers are simply not paying attention to the road.They might be texting, they might be eating, they...
A study by the University of Michigan provides a sobering example of what can happen when helmet laws change. Studies by various entities have found similar results; that helmet laws reduce motorcyclist deaths and serious head and brain injuries. Michigan partially...
