Motorcycle accidents are most common in warmer months – warmer temperatures and sunshine make for a more enjoyable ride for the motorcyclist and their passenger.
During this time, motorcycle accidents are more likely to occur due to the increase in motorcycles on the road.
Accidents can often be caused by many different factors.
Inexperienced drivers
Motorcycles are not for the inexperienced driver.
A specific license is required by the State of Illinois.
In order to obtain a motorcycle license, the driver must complete a written and skills test exhibiting knowledge of the motorcycle.
Speeding
Following the speed limit set by City and State laws promotes safety for all drivers on the roads.
Car doors
On busy streets, drivers and passengers of car or trucks will open their doors without looking for oncoming traffic.
Their negligence could cause an accident if an on-coming motorcycle is hit by the opened door.
Impaired driving
Driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, for motorcyclists and all other motorists, is strictly prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.
Sudden stops
Motorcyclists are left without many protective barriers causing particularly deadly injuries to the rider if involved in an accident.
If you make a sudden stop, you are providing little time for the motorcyclist to stop safely in time to avoid hitting your vehicle.
Left turn accidents
Misjudgements or right of way errors are common causes of injuries and death of motorcycle riders.
Motorcycle defects
While not the driver’s fault, defects caused by a poorly designed or improperly built motorcycle can hold the manufacturer liable for any injuries caused by the defects.
Dangerous road conditions
While most motorcyclists ride in warm, sunny weather, there is the possibility of being caught in dangerous weather, such as a rainstorm, which can cause the motorcyclist to lose control easily.
