The ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius wrote that
"Success depends upon previous preparation, and without such
preparation, there is sure to be failure". Because
motorcycle riders are a vulnerable class of drivers, so too is
there sure to be failure and injury if one does not adequately
prepare for and be aware of hazards created by other drivers. In
this blog, I discuss common causes of motorcycle accidents and
safety recommendations to help you drive defensively and prepare
for safe and successful motorcycling.
Common Motorcycle Accident Causes
Car Turns Left in Front of Motorcycle
Circumstances: Arguably the most
common cause of motor cycle accidents, at an intersection a car
makes a left turn into the path of an oncoming motorcycle. Causes
of this type of accident include distraction, lack of focus,
impaired visibility, and, as many motorcycle riding publications
state, that a driver of a car "perceives merely an absence of
cars, not the presence of a
