The analysis of a global survey of 1578 motorcyclists who responded from 30 countries in Europe, the USA, Asia, Australia and South America and in eight languages in 2019 has been published in a comprehensive report. Riders of motorcycles, scooters and mopeds who had been involved in a collision over the last ten years were invited to take part in the survey which looked at the dynamics of motorcycle crashes. The riders who replied to the survey came from a varied age range, motorcycling experience, as well as depth of skills and training. The new research presented in the … [Read more...] about The Dynamics Of Motorcycle Crashes
We, The Riders
We, The Riders: One Movement For Everyone - If you missed last year's launch of the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) We, The Riders, then fear not as the FIM has today announced its branding re-release for the campaign. The FIM explains the mission and aims of the re-released campaign below and you can also view the re-launch video below, which follows the last call to fill in (if applicable) - "The Dynamics of Motorcycle Crashes" - survey. Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM) - Both on and off the roads, all riders are equal, and there is strength in … [Read more...] about We, The Riders
Charity Night at the Races Launched
CRASH Services along with Biker NI Safety Card sponsors and supporters JMK Solicitors are organising a Night at the Races for their 2019 charity partners – NI Chest, Heart and Stroke and Air Ambulance NI. This event will be held in the Canal Court Hotel, Newry on Friday 27th September (8pm start) and everyone is invited to attend. Jonathan McKeown, CEO of CRASH Services, said “Each year our staff nominate two charities to support and we commit to raising as much funds as possible for them. Both charities make a huge difference to people’s lives and we are delighted to be able to … [Read more...] about Charity Night at the Races Launched
Breathtaking Roads – The Devil’s Beeftub
Scotland - Breathtaking Roads - The Devil’s Beeftub - In June 2018 we highlighted and featured a series of short films showcasing Scotland’s breath-taking motorcycle routes. This was part of a motorcycle safety campaign in the Live Fast, Die Old Breathtaking Roads series, which focused on Scottish riders and those visitors from beyond Scotland’s borders. The campaign highlighted the top risk areas for riders - bends, junctions and overtaking - in a bid to help reduce fatalities on Scotland’s roads. Now the campaign is back with its dedicated microsite and engaging Facebook page … [Read more...] about Breathtaking Roads – The Devil’s Beeftub
Dynamics of Motorcycle Crashes – A Survey
Riders of motorcycles, scooters and mopeds who have been involved in a collision over the last ten years, are being invited to take part in a survey which is looking at the dynamics of motorcycle crashes. A cooperative initiative carried out by a team of motorcycle crash investigative analysts is interested in your views as motorcyclists. The analysts are: Stephane Espie, Research Director IFSTTAR, France; Elaine Hardy Motorcycle Research Analyst, UK; Dimitris Margaritis, Research Associate, CERTH/HIT; Greece; James Ouellet, Hurt Report co-author, USA; Martin Winkelbauer, … [Read more...] about Dynamics of Motorcycle Crashes – A Survey
You Take The High Road – I’ll Take ……………
Last year the Scottish Government and Road Safety Scotland (part of Transport Scotland) launched a series of short films showcasing Scotland’s breath-taking motorcycle routes, as part of a new motorcyclists safety campaign. We thought we would feature the videos as riders from Northern Ireland often take the short trip to Scotland for a tour around and indeed they might help in Northern Ireland where the scenery and riding views are just as breathtaking and sensational. The campaign is highlighting the top risk areas for riders, in a bid to help reduce fatalities on Scotland’s … [Read more...] about You Take The High Road – I’ll Take ……………