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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month-Kentucky Motorcycle Attorney
Date:  May 2009
Location:  United States

Type:  The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed a resolution supporting the goals outlined in Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.

May has for many years been designated as Motorcycle Safety Awareness month The messages for all road users are especially timely as motorcyclists nationwide gear up for the upcoming riding season. In approximately two thirds of fatal car/motorcycle crashes, the driver of the car is at fault. Some of the messages promoted are encouraging riders to get trained and licensed, always wear protective gear, never drink and ride, and ride within their limits. Another key message of the month is aimed at motorists, who need to be aware of two-wheel traffic and look out for riders.  

The Motorcycle Industry Council applauds the resolution and is encouraging riders to contact their representatives and to urge them to cosponsor the resolution.  The Motorcycle Industry Council exists to preserve, protect and promote motorcycling through government relations, communications and media relations, statistics and research, aftermarket programs, development of data communications standards, and activities surrounding technical and regulatory issues. The position of the MIC is that motorcycles are fuel-efficient. They decrease congestion while having little impact on our nation’s transportation infrastructure which makes  them a valuable component of the transportation mix.  There are more than 7 million motorcyclists benefiting from the advantages of riding, it is important to remember their safety and to encourage safe and responsible behavior. 

Anyone Taking to the road whether it be on a motorcycle, in a car, on a bike or even just jogging you need to be aware of your surroundings.  Remember your responsibility.