I’m sure I’m not the only who has been told this by a cosseted cager: “Man, you need some airbags on that thing!” Some have even tried. The thing is, of course, that in the unfortunate event of a “get off” we most often… well… get off! It is of little use watching an airbag inflate in your peripheral vision while you’re tumbling down the road as you and your bike part ways.
Now, however, Dianese have come up with what they believe is the perfect answer. Airbags in your jacket!
I came across this video today. It is produced by the Washington Motorcycle Safety Program.
It outlines the all too familiar SMIDSY. SMIDSY is a topic I shall be covering in detail in an upcoming post, but, for explanation, it’s an acronym for that all too often heard phrase uttered after someone has turned in front of you: “Sorry Man/Mate. I Didn’t See You”.
I think this is a great video because it emphasises the human aspect of the person under that helmet, and is very entertaining—despite its serious message. Good job, Washington State.
A very encouraging initiative came from the Motorcycle Industry Association and the Association of Chief Police Officers today.
Realising the Motorcycling Opportunity; A motorcycle safety and transport policy framework was devised in response to the slow-down in crash statistics for motorcycles in the UK.
Realising the Motorcycling Opportunity; A motorcycle safety and transport policy framework was devised in response to the slow-down in crash statistics for motorcycles in the UK.
The document acknowledges the benefits of two-wheeled transportation in convenience, economy and ecological friendliness.
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