Motorcycle accidents are among the deadliest types of motor vehicle accidents that people get into. Sadly, many of these accidents could be prevented with adequate care, but a number of issues tend to arise that increase the risk of an accident. Here are seven commonly seen risk factors that can contribute to motorcycle accidents:

  1. Poor visibility
    • One of the most common issues seen in motorcycle accidents is a lack of visibility, with many drivers failing to see motorcyclists until it is too late to avoid an accident. This is often a result of driving at night, but can also occur due to rain, fog, or other inclement weather.
  2. Bad road conditions
    • Bad weather can also play a part in affecting road conditions, which can significantly affect the chances of a motorcycle accident. Roads slick with rain or ice can be precarious at the best of times, and poorly maintained roads may have potholes or other hazards that may increase the risk of an accident.
  3. Mechanical failures
    • In order to minimize the risk of auto accidents of all kinds, including motorcycle accidents, regular maintenance is key. Poorly maintained vehicles may struggle to brake or maneuver, and can even suffer a breakdown in the middle of the road, which can cause an accident.
  4. Lack of experience
    • Inexperienced drivers can prove to be incredibly dangerous, both to themselves and to drivers around them. These drivers are more likely to make the kinds of mistakes that increase the chances of an accident, often without realizing they did anything wrong until it is too late.
  5. Turning left without checking
    • A disproportionate number of motorcycle accidents are the result of vehicles turning left, often without checking to see if a motorcycle was next to them. This is due to blind spots on the vehicle, which can keep a motorcyclist out of sight of a driver who does not first check their mirrors for someone on their left.
  6. Distracted driving
    • Texting and driving, as well as other forms of distracted driving, can be exceptionally dangerous on the road. It can lead to delays in reaction times, and prevent drivers from seeing motorcyclists with enough time to prevent an accident.
  7. Driving under the influence (DUI)
    • Drunk drivers, and others who drive under the influence of intoxicating drugs, are some of the most dangerous drivers on the road. Their unpredictability, poor reaction times, and lack of judgment can make them hazardous to everyone around them, including motorcyclists.

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