National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA)’s findings show that some novelty helmet users attempt to make their helmets appear to be compliant with DOT standards by misleadingly attaching stickers that have the appearance of  legitimate DOT certification stickers. Sellers and distributers of these labels claim that those letters coincidentally resemble the legitimate certification labels and that […]
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According to a research from Swinton Bikes, UK’s largest high street insurance retailer, women riders take the lead in biker safety. Swinton’s research shows that women are safer riders and tend to show more interest in advanced rider development training and safety courses compared to men. Swinton’s research also finds men more reluctant in taking […]
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So, you have decided to own a scooter, congratulations! Scooters are fun, they are stylish, they come in different shapes and colors, some have retro looks, some look modern and futuristic, each of them has its own character. No matter which one you pick, at the end of the day, they are all environmentally friendly […]
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APC Systems is a Spanish company, developing and manufacturing motorcycle helmets with airbags. In order to develop the safety technology, the company carries out many types of crash tests and uses the data obtained through these tests to further improve their safety technologies. Some of these crash tests simulate scooter riders hit by vehicles and […]
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With the arrival of spring and the great weather, we welcomed the riding season one more time. This means more riders hitting the roads, unfortunately it also means more accidents. Here are some safety tips to consider: Choose your position in traffic so that you remain visible to drivers Anticipate what might happen at all […]
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Whether to pick a half face or a full face helmet is a tough decision, especially for the new rider. Besides concerns about safety, protection and comfort, one major factor influencing the rider’s choice is usually aesthetics. We’ve been brainwashed by media that the cool kids are the ones, riding either without helmet or with […]
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Storing your scooter at home may seem to be a good way to protect it from theft, but a recent incident shows that it is definitely not good for your own safety. So, never store your scooter at home! This morning, the Florida police was informed of a suspicious gas smell at a condo complex. […]
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