A Report On Motorcycle Training Environments

Helmet laws throughout the U.S. have always created a great deal of controversy. Currently there are two types of helmet laws in the United States; a universal helmet law, which requires all motorcyclists to wear a helmet and partial helmet law that has age requirements. The helmet debate has been a long battle between free-rights organizations and government officials.

3. On the other hand, motorcycle enthusiasts believe increased fatality rates are caused by the increased number of motorcyclists on the roads; however, the number of deaths has grown faster than the number of registered bikes (Wlazelek 1). Motorcycle fatalities have increased even after the increase in the number of bikers was accounted for. Helmets save lives and there is nothing that can change that fact. Riding 65 mph on an open bike with cars and trucks all around is dangerous in itself, so what is it hurting to take a little extra precaution not to end up dead or with severe brain damage. Fatality rates of motorcycle accidents were declining for two decades until the new law was passed and now they have increased dramatically (Berenson 2).

“Don't Expect Anything From Anyone” -Ryan Villopoto reviewed by carson 12:55 Helmets are the biggest part while riding any type of motorcycle in fact 4,668 people were killed on motorcycles and that was just in 2013. Goggles are another big part in motocross by protecting the eyes in case if dirt flies up by your face. Boots and pads are protection for the feet and just safe in general. For going threw terrain you have to go fast through the ruts so the bike won't get stuck in the straight aways and won't get stuck in the corners. In the corners keep on going fast threw the big rusts where the bikes have been riding threw.

This article I read in the Science Times is called “Cycling 101 Needn’t Be a Collision Course.” Cycling, believe it or not, can be considered a very dangerous sport. When it comes to bike-related injuries, the United States has the greatest count. Overall, in recent studies, there has been a great percentage increase in the injuries resulting from cycling. The injuries from arms and legs have went down considerably. But, fatalities to the head and torso have increased. The lead author of the study of cycling states how roadways and streets could potentially be safer if there were more cyclists. He says this because he believes injuries will decrease if cyclists travelled in numbers. Other countries, excluding the US, are considerably safer

In a research report done by Mayrose about the effects of a mandatory motorcycle helmet law on helmet use, he compared the effects of motorcycle fatalities and injury patterns based on helmet usage. Mayrose found that "[the] District of Columbia, which currently has a primary helmet law, 84.0% of fatally injured riders were wearing a helmet" (Mayrose 429). However, helmet use continued to decrease as the laws became laxer across the states. Helmet usage in states with secondary laws decreased to 32.6%, and in states with no helmet laws usage dropped to 17.5%. These statistics are important

Evidence incapable of being resisted proposes that using a motorcycle helmet considerably reduces the rate of head injuries in accidents. In accordance with National Highway Authority approximates, for every 100 people died in a motorcycle accident even as not using a helmet, 37 would have continued to live when they had been using a helmet. In addition, it doesn't even

“You cannot fix brain dead” those are the exact words my Biomedical Science teacher said when we were learning about the brain. She told us about how many motorcyclists lose their lives from brain damage. She also told us how many families go through terrible heartbreak as they see their loved ones on life support, unable to form a coherent thought long enough to understand that they are saying goodbye. “We have too many traumatic brain injuries brought on by people who do not want to protect themselves on our roadways” (Washington Times, 2011). We were told that doctors even refer to the motorcyclists who refuse to wear helmets as “donor dummies” because they can get organs in amazing condition out of the people who have crashed and hit their heads. Having mandatory helmet laws would save families the heartache and the money needed to pay for a funeral. Helmets actually used to be required, but are recently starting to be optional. Which in my opinion is the exact opposite of what should be happening. Truth be told, motorcycle helmets should be required for all motorcyclists to be able to ride.

Announcer Number 2: Brain damage is one of the most common injuries resulting from bicycle, motorcycle, and horseback riding accidents. Wearing a helmet can reduce the risk of such severe injuries. For example, over half of both motorcycle and horse-related deaths are due to injuries, but many of those injuries would not be nearly as harmful if a good helmet had been worn.

One is that, if a rider chooses the right helmet he or she will actually look very stylish wearing it. I personally think wearing a full-face helmet is on of the coolest looking parts of being a motorcyclist. Another thing is when I ride my motorcycle my helmet is sometimes plastered with bugs just like a windshield. Well if a rider wasn’t wearing a helmet face then all of those bugs could hit them right in their exposed face. Last but not least a helmet will keep you warm when riding in cool spring or fall weather. That sure beats a leather bandana and

In 2013, motorcycle helmet use in Michigan dropped to a record low approaching 73%, falling from 98% compliance just years earlier (“smarter-usa.org”). This drop can be attributed to the 2012 bill passed by Governor Rick Snyder, which declares certain qualified motorcyclists exempt from the previous mandatory compliance law (“smarter-usa.org”). The repercussions of this bill including effects on long term state supported medical care, organ donation, and increased insurance premiums pose a major public health issue (Satkoske, 2013). While motorcyclists claim their right to individual freedom of choice, the opposition expresses the concern that riding without a helmet is not only dangerous for riders, but also for the state of Michigan. This paper examines Michigan’s controversial optional helmet law, assessing arguments in favor of and against the bill. The need for state government involvement and the public health implications of the bill will also be discussed. Ultimately, the optional helmet law grants personal liberty, but also has created many arguments over the implications on public health.

Midterm Exam Extended Response “Motorcycle Misery” demonstrates the author’s fear for motorcycles to the readers. The author goes through her memory of how her fear came to be. The writer’s narrative dives into her feelings, what she observed during the time she was in the hospital with her dad, and the moment she was getting off the motorcycle. By going through her trauma, her emotions are portrayed clearly to the reader by the end of the story. “Shattered Thoughts” elaborates how one moment can impact your entire life.

The compulsory wearing of helmets does reduce the number of fatalities associated with motor cycling and pedal cycling accidents. Data from a variety of studies overwhelmingly supports this fact. When discussing motorcycle helmets, there is a 40% prevention of fatal and 13% prevention of nonfatal serious injuries associated with their use, according to Adam, et al. (1453). After Florida repealed its mandatory helmet law in favor of one that allowed helmets for those over 21 with $10,000 in insurance to be optional, motorcycle fatalities increased across the state (Hooten and Murad, 1329). According to Boone, et al., the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimated that the use of helmets prevented 1,630 deaths in 2013 and could have prevented 715 more if all motorcyclists wore helmets (3). In a study of almost 17,000 patients admitted to the hospital for motorcycle crashes, 37% of the riders were not wearing helmets. These 37% accounted for 69% of the deaths among these patients (Dua, et al. 1184).

Within the last few decades technology has made incredible advances. We have traded in our flip phones for smart phones, massive televisions for thin HD (High Definition) quality tv’s, and maps for GPS (Global Positioning Service). Even automobiles have received a sufficient amount of advancements including backup cameras, built in GPS, and quality audio for your luxurious preferences. That being said, “What has technology prepared to improve on the quality of a motorcycle rider?” Motorcyclists average more deaths per year, than the entire time America has been at war fighting terrorism. Well now with the help of Digital Trends and Revzilla, Skully helmets introduce to the world the innovative, state of the art, Skully ap-1 helmet. With

Motorcycle helmets are specially made and tested to prevent injuries from occurring to the driver’s skull, brain, and spinal cord. Many helmets are run through extensive testing to ensure that they are going to keep the motorcyclist safe in the event of a collision or slide (Wendling). According to a study, full face helmets, which surround the entire head and cover the face, reduced the risk of facial and skull fractures by almost half (Wendling). Helmeted