Many adults in Kansas have a motorcycle that they use for recreational riding or as a warm-weather commute vehicle. Motorcycles are efficient and generally cost less to acquire, insure and operate when compared with larger vehicles. However, they come with a...
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Motorcycle Accidents
Why riding your motorcycle during the winter is more dangerous
Motorcycling is a popular mode of transport in Missouri. Approximately 140 thousand people have legally registered bikes in the state. Many people opt to store their bikes over the winter until the weather begins to clear in the spring. Nonetheless, some individuals...
Is it wise to lay your bike down?
You sometimes hear motorcyclists talk about “laying the bike down.” In this context, they essentially mean that they were actively riding when they had to tip the bike on its side. This action causes an intentional crash. This approach is often taken in an effort to...
Road hazards for motorcycles
Riding a motorcycle gives a sense of freedom and exhilaration, but the experience also carries dangers that driving a car does not. Because motorcycles offer less protection and are much lighter than cars, riders are more likely to be seriously injured in crashes with...
3 driver mistakes that may cause collisions with motorcycles
It happened again, but like the first time, you were prepared. You avoided a roadway collision when an inattentive driver swerved his car into your motorcycle’s path. As a motorcyclist you take the necessary precautions when hitting the road. Vigilant of other...
Not wearing helmets create risks for motorcyclists
Motorcyclists often appreciate the freedom and maneuverability their powerful high-CC bikes deliver. Some motorcyclists want the freedom to extend to helmet laws, but there could be a price. In Missouri, motorcyclists who fail to wear helmets could be at greater risk...