Marini struck in chest by debris from Quartararo: "It could've been worse"
During the Austrian Grand Prix, the Honda rider was struck in the chest by a piece of Quartararo's Yamaha
Law & Safety
New AI safety camera targets illegal U-turns that pose serious risk to filtering bikers
A new AI-powered camera designed to catch dangerous U-turns has been installed on the A30 Hayle Bypass in Cornwall – a manoeuvre that poses a particular hazard to filtering motorcyclists, who have...
Serious Injuries Caused by Motorcycle Accidents
Car crashes that happen to people who ride a motorcycle can lead to some of the most severe injuries. These serious injuries arise since riders have less protection than passengers in cars. A large number of crashes remain serious, even when the rider has taken the time to put on…
Isle of Man TT rider remains hospitalised one month after Classic TT incident
Australian road racer David Johnson is facing a “long road to recovery” following his Classic TT accident last month.
What's the first thing you look for in a new motorcycle helmet? Tell us today!
With the DVSA currently cracking down on illegal, non compliant crash helmets for sale in the UK, we’d like to know what you look for first when considering a new one? Whether it’s style, safety –...
Common Injuries After a Motorcycle Accident
Riders of motorcycles face serious injuries when they get involved in a crash. This is because of the less physical protection compared to passenger vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 6,228 motorcyclists were killed in U.S. traffic …
MotoGP: Mir Withdraws From Japanese and Indonesian GP
The #36 will remain on the sidelines for the next two races, with a replacement TBC. Honda HRC Castrol have announced that Joan Mir will miss the next two Grands Prix upon the medical advice of MotoGP Medical Director Dr Angel Charte and his team at the Dexeus University Hospital…
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TEN YEARS AGO TODAY! DO YOU REMEMBER WHEN HONDA RECALLED 5,700 2015 & 2016 CRF450s FOR FAULTY TRANSMISSIONS
If you own a 2015 or 2016 Honda CRF450 contact your local dealer before riding the bike again. Honda is sending out letters to 5700 2015-16 Honda CRF450 owners to stop riding their bikes and go see their dealers to have a potentially defective transmission C5 gear replaced. The t…
DfT wants new motorcycle emissions laws, but admits it has no evidence to justify them
The Government wants to extend an existing emissions law to motorcycles, despite the DfT admitting it has no evidence showing that bikes need to be brought under the rules.
Why Motorcycle Crash Injuries Can Lead to Complex Legal Claims
Rutherfordton is a close-knit North Carolina community where local roads connect residents to work, family, businesses, and surrounding areas, making safe travel an important part of daily life. When a motorcycle crash occurs, however, the consequences can reach far beyond the im…
MotoGP: Joan Mir withdraws from Austrian Grand Prix on medical grounds
Joan Mir will miss this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring after medical checks revealed ‘altered parameters in the blood’. The Honda rider retired from the San Marino Grand Prix at...
How Defensive Driving Helps Prevent Accidents
Not all crashes come from broken parts or ugly weather. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted the National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey. This study examined thousands of crashes in detail. The study found that driver-related factors were ide…
New AGV Pista GP R3 helmet makes the risk of concussion six times less likely
Italian motorcycle helmet maker AGV has launched its most advanced helmet to date, and the reviews from MotoGP riders at Misano, said it all.
WorldSBK champion in waiting escapes major injury after Ducati 850cc crash
Nicolo Bulega is reported to have suffered a heavy crash while testing Ducati’s all-new 850cc MotoGP bike.
AGV combat rotational brain injuries with new micro-sphere shell design on incoming Pista GP R3
Italian helmet brand AGV have revealed a new track-focussed Pista GP R3 design that claims to be up to six times more effective at tackling rotational forces on the head. Making its debut at the...
DVSA crackdown targets illegal, non-compliant helmets sold to UK riders
Motorcycle helmets that don’t actually meet the safety standard printed on them are being sold to UK riders, particularly through certain online marketplaces, according to TRL, the transport safety...
S12E03: E-Motos: Massive Problem Or the Future of Motorcycling?
Are e-motos the future of two wheels, or are they a legal nightmare waiting to happen? Zack and Spurg bring in resident expert Spenser Robert to dive deep into the booming world of electric dirt bikes. From the Surron Ultra Bee and Zero XE to new e-bike laws, speed limiters, and …
Why Are 44 States Banning the One Law That Stops Rear-End Truck Hits?
Sit in traffic long enough on two wheels and you start doing math nobody wants to do. You’re stopped. The car behind you is stopped. The truck behind that car might be checking a phone, might be following too close, or might just be moving too fast for how quickly everyone in fro…
Motor School with Quinn Redeker: Raging Against the Machines
Motorcycle riders are not the king of the jungle. Yes, putting on a heavy motorcycle jacket, strapping on a helmet and gloves, and firing up our bike can generate an intoxicating blend of confidence, endorphins, and the perception of invincibility. But the fact is that any pimply…
Proposed emissions changes could outlaw many exhaust mods on bikes made since 2001
Riders who have fitted an aftermarket exhaust, remapped their bike’s ECU, or removed emissions hardware could be committing a criminal offence for the first time, if a Department for Transport (DfT)...
How To Match Your Motorcycle Helmet To Your Riding Style
Purchasing a motorcycle opens up a completely new lifestyle filled with weekend adventures and much more enjoyable daily commutes. Before you twist the throttle and head out onto the open road, you need the right gear to protect yourself. The helmet is the single most critical pi…
Sussex Police donate former fleet BMW R1250RT to DocBike road safety charity
Sussex Police have donated a former fleet motorcycle to road safety charity DocBike to support their work protecting riders across the county. The BMW R1250RT, previously used by officers in the...
What Evidence Can Strengthen Your Personal Injury Claim in Davie Motorcycle Accidents
According to NHTSA’s 2023 traffic safety data, motorcyclists are roughly 24 times more likely to die in a crash per mile traveled than passenger car occupants — a sobering figure that underscores just how severe the consequences of a single collision can be. In Florida, where yea…
How Motorcycle Accident Victims in Roseland Can Seek Compensation
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s 2022 data, motorcyclists are approximately 24 times more likely to die in a crash per vehicle mile traveled than occupants of passenger cars. That single statistic reframes how seriously these accidents deserve to …
What Helmet, Gear, and Motorcycle Damage Can Reveal After a Crash
After a motorcycle crash, the bike usually gets most of the attention. It is easy to look at broken fairings, bent bars, scraped cases, or a twisted front end and assume the motorcycle tells the whole story. It does not. The helmet, jacket, gloves, boots, pants, armor, camera foo…
Travel Insurance for Motorcycle Riders
There is something you must do if buying travel insurance for a fly/ride motorcycle holiday – Read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) carefully. I used to have annual travel policies when living in Japan and frequently visiting Philippines (above) and SE Asia which I arranged…
5 Ways Experience Can Work Against You
MOTORESS | Woman Motorcycle Enthusiast As motorcycle riders gain experience, some important rider habits can gradually become less deliberate. Here are five common changes experienced riders should recognise — and the fundamental skills worth revisiting on every ride. The post 5 …
Squids and cows...
So, after posting the video of my near miss with the calf, another YouTuber asked if it was ok to include it in one of his compilation videos. I said yes, thinking that maybe it could show others that it pays not to fixate on just one hazard when another might leap out of you.Any…
Protective benefits of motorcycle gear designed for women
The primary purpose of motorcycle gear is to protect the body from the consequences of a potential fall. High-quality women’s jackets, trousers and riding suits are designed with the female anatomy in mind, and this approach helps increase the effectiveness of protective systems.…