News — motorcycle safety

Motorcyclists and scooter riders are urged to commute to work on their favorite ride on the 28th annual International Motorcycle and Scooter Ride to Work Day. If you missed this annual event slated for June 17th, consider taking part next year as a form of solidarity and to bring more awareness to this form of transportation. What should you know about this important event endorsed by the American Motorcyclist Association? Purpose of Ride to Work Day Since the first Ride to Work Day, this worldwide event brings attention to the benefits of motorcycles and is used to highlight issues impacting...

Are you ready for the IBM Cloud? New changes are underway allowing Harley riders glued to their smartphones to conveniently connect to their bike and access practical user information via the cloud. The arrival of LiveWire™, Harley-Davidson’s first electric motorcycle, is only part of the wave of the changes to come. The influence of the Internet of Things (IoT) may finally be infiltrating the motorcycle industry. Explore the exciting digital technology initiatives making it easier to benefit from wireless connectivity for a safer and more enjoyable ride.   New Initiative: The H-D™ Connect When it comes to reimagining the experience of...

Now is the perfect time to brush up those Harley riding skills. Novice and experienced riders may search ‘motorcycle lessons near me’ to find reputable dealerships and organizations offering motorcycle safety classes and more. Why would this be useful? New riders and those changing models may want to work on basic riding skills. More experienced riders may want to learn more about making adjustments safely while out on a road or when encountering varying road or weather conditions. Spring prepping shouldn’t only be about making sure that your bike is ready to hit the road, but that you can take...

As it appears that there is a high correlation between strong helmet laws and fewer serious motorcycle injuries and fatalities, it begs the question: Which states do have helmet laws on the books that are consistently enforced? This information cannot only help motorcyclists stay on the right side of the law but also keep them informed before heading out of state. Avoid a potential hassle with the police when knowing when helmets are mandatory. Helmet Laws in Your State There are surprisingly few states which require adult motorcyclists to wear a helmet when riding. This may change in the future,...

While spouses and friends may worry about motorcycle crashes and fatalities, you should know that motorcyclists may be safer than ever before. This is good news for those living the life and continuing to ride out when weather permits. What should Harley-Davidson owners and other motorcyclists know when it comes to changing statistics and an increase in motorcycle safety? Learn more about the positive trends occurring that may be helping to prevent injuries and reduce fatalities today. A Difference of 296 Lives In preliminary data from GHSA, it appeared that there had been a decrease of 5.6 percent when it...