May is MOTORCYCLE SAFETY AWARENESS month. I hope each and every driver, whether in a cage (auto) or on two wheels, will take it upon themselves to help spread the word. Every motorcyclist has the same right as any other vehicle on the road. Also the same responsibilities to be a safe driver. Check out this site:
So many injuries and deaths occur from the same explanation of "I never even saw it". Learning to share the road is a must. With the economy downslide, there has been a dramatic increase in the sale of motorcycles, in order to conserve fuel and dollars.
Some are novice riders, not having a tremendous amount, if any, experience in riding. Others, although having many years in riding, have gotten lax and/or careless in maneuvering their motorcycles thru traffic. There are some risk takers, just like in cars, that just have to get one more car length ahead of another driver, therefore they are as hazardous as an automobile driver who carelessly weaves in and out of traffic.
Irresponsible motorcyclists are much at fault. The stunt-riders barrelling down the freeway, popping wheelies, sitting side saddle and doing other things that place themselves as well as others in imminent danger. Going at extreme speeds in traffic. These persons should be called in on immediately to a 911 operator, with as much of a description and location as possible. There are places to go for that kind of riding.
Cage drivers need to be aware and practice sharing the road with two wheel vehicles. Riding behind a motorcycle, acknowledge the fact it will take you a longer stretch to stop that the motorcycle as you carry more weight. Following to close is extremely dangerous for a biker. When turning or pulling into an intersection or out of a drive, check again for a single headlight. It is not a bug light, it is the headlight of a motorcycle. Allow them the same courtesies, that you would allow an 18 wheeler heading your way.
There are photos online, admittedly mostly with the motorcycle driver receiving the brunt end of an accident, but sometimes the bike will enter the 4 wheel vehicle maiming or killing the occupants. It is not like a bug hitting your windshield but a 1200+ pound metal object hurling at you. Please, go on line and look for more information regarding motorcycle safety and awareness and let's all learn to "SHARE THE ROAD".
I do not want to bury any more brothers and sisters who ride in the wind.
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