There are numerous ways in which you can avoid a motorcycle accident, whether you are a rider, driver, passenger or pedestrian. Many of these are basic observation skills but there are also other, more specific techniques like defensive driving skills.

What Are Defensive Driving Techniques?

Below are some of the most well-known defensive driving techniques utilised by motorcyclists

• Always look well ahead before arriving at a junction
• Be aware of vehicles exiting driveways directly onto the road
• Consider whether or not there could be concealed entrances that could allow a vehicle to drive out onto the road unexpectedly
• Ensure you are as visible as possible to other road users e.g. high visibility clothing
• Always be wary of your speed when arriving at junctions, if you are going too fast, you might not be noticed
• Don’t get too close to vehicles in front
• Try not to overtake near junctions or side roads and if possible
• Travel slowly on bends, particularly blind bends, and pay even more attention when the roads are covered in ice or snow
• If you come off a bike at lower speeds you have a better chance of recovery than if you are at a high speed
• Overtaking accidents make up a large proportion of motorcycle vehicle accidents and often they are caused when riders are moving in and out of slow moving traffic. Be observant as you can in these situations.

Making A Motorcycle Accident Claim

If you or a member of your family has been involved in a motorcycle road accident then you could claim personal injury compensation if the fault of the accident was down to a third party.

Motorcycle injuries can often be serious resulting in head injuries; brain injuries; spinal damage and broken bones. Psychological damage is also common following many motorbike accidents.

These types of injuries can lead to unemployment in some cases and it can also lead to victims having to pay for medical expenses. If you have been unable to work or have had to pay for your home to be adapted or other medical aides then you could be compensated for those elements within your claim. The level of pain and suffering you have experienced will also be taken into account.

If you would like more information and advice on making a no win no fee claim then please get in touch with Motor Injury Lawyers on 0800 808 7733 or complete our online claim form.