Motorcyclists face many dangers on the road, such as poor road conditions due to bad weather and reckless drivers. However, some motorcyclists are more likely to find themselves in an accident for other reasons, such as taking to the road while they are sick. There...
Illinois motorcyclists often face dangers that other drivers do not experience. For example, the risk of road rash is much higher for motorcyclists. But what is road rash? How severe is it? Today we will answer these questions. We will take a look at what road rash...
In many states across the country, motorcyclists are required to wear helmets as part of state law. However, in the state of Illinois this is not the case. According to Fox 55 Illinois, the only states that do not have any laws on the books regarding helmet usage in...
Illinois motorcyclists face many dangers on the road. In fact, they are often at greater risk than any other driver. The lack of protection and small vehicle size contribute to these risks. But do these risks make it difficult or impossible for a motorcyclist to drive...
The rate of motorcycle deaths is hardly improving. While the spike in fatalities is worse in the Sunbelt States, Illinois has also had its fair share of motorcycle deaths. Many people argue that impaired and distracted driving is the primary cause of this. Drivers...
It is no surprise that thousands of people in the state of Illinois choose to ride a motorcycle. They are extraordinary gas efficient, low profile, and a lot of fun. No matter what your reasons are for riding a motorcycle, however, they can be very dangerous. Many...
One of the great pleasures of riding a motorcycle on a northern Illinois road is enjoying the outdoor environment while driving. But the fact that motorcycles have no enclosure for their riders is also why riding a bike puts you at greater risk of injury if you get...
Now that the weather is warming up, you can expect to encounter unique summer hazards on the road. For one, you will likely be sharing the road with more motorcyclists. Learning how to drive safely and defensively around bikers is crucial for avoiding accidents....
As riders hit northern Illinois roadways and enjoy the warmer weather and fresh air, they'll also need to be on the lookout for dangerous situations on the road. Slick spring and summer roads create a unique hazard, as do the many potholes that come with the season....
