In the 8 years 1996-2003, motorcycles accounted for only 2% of licensed vehicles but 12% of road deaths. Therefore motorcyclists are 6 times more likely to be killed on our roads. Motorcycle and moped riders are vulnerable road users. Motorcycling can be safe. A confident and careful riding style will enable other vehicles to see you.
Safe Motorcycling
Advice for Drivers
It is estimated that in over 70% of crashes involving a motorcycle and a car, the car driver is at fault. The reason is that the driver failed to anticipate the presence of the motorcycle. Most crashes occur when a vehicle emerges from a junction into the path of the motorcyclist.
Eyes Wide Open