Pittsburgh Personal Injury Blog

Although they are a subset of all motorcyclists, an increasing number of riders are buying dirt bikes to perform stunts, also called stunting. Speed alone no longer impresses these riders. A new era in riding is here, thanks to advances in technology.

Like autos, bikes today are lighter in weight but deliver more power. Stunt riders can use regular motorcycles, but the kicked-up ratio of weight to power makes sport or dirt bikes ideal for stunting. 

Our law office has covered many issues related to motorcycle wrecks on this blog. Sometimes, these accidents are the result of a motorcyclist's error, such as someone who rides drunk or does not have very much experience. Even if you are an extremely experienced motorcyclist who always focuses on riding safely, you may be hurt or even killed in a wreck caused by an inexperienced motorcyclist, especially if you regularly ride in a group. It is essential for motorcyclists to stay safe and be cognizant of any risk factors that could endanger their safety while they are riding.

A motorcyclist who is inexperienced may cause a collision in any number of ways. For example, they may be riding in front of other motorcyclists and lose control of their motorcycle, causing motorcyclists behind them to crash as well. Inexperienced motorcyclists may not know how to handle poor road conditions, ride at appropriate speeds or even manage their motorcycle altogether. Or, they may cross over the center line and collide with another motorcyclist or vehicle. Moreover, someone who is riding along with a motorcyclist, either in a sidecar or behind them, may also be injured or killed in such an accident.

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Motorcycles can be dangerous for many reasons, but some situations are especially concerning. For example, some people like to ride with their friends and this can be disastrous when things go wrong on the road. When motorcyclists ride in a group, there may be multiple wrecks if one of the motorcyclists who is riding in the front of the group crashes. Moreover, there are other hazards that can be present when a group of motorcyclists is on the road.

Large groups of motorcyclists can increase the chances of a motorcyclist becoming distracted. Moreover, they may give motorcyclists a false sense of security, even though they still face the same hazards on the road. Whether you regularly ride alongside your friends in a motorcycle group or plan to do so for the first time, it is pivotal to be cautious. Moreover, if you drive any vehicle you should always keep an eye out for motorcyclists whether they are in a large group or riding alone, in which case it can be more difficult to see a lone motorcyclist.