Motorcycle accidents can be incredibly traumatic, and when you are faced with one, the last thing you want to worry about is navigating the complexities of the legal system. In New Hampshire, like in many states, filing a motorcycle accident claim involves several important steps. These steps are crucial to ensure that you receive the […]
Category Archives: Motorcycle Safety Gear
New Hampshire is one of three states that do not require motorcyclists to wear helmets. But just because you aren’t required to wear a helmet doesn’t mean you shouldn’t. According to NHTSA 2020 statistics, 64 percent of New Hampshire motorcyclists who died from injuries sustained in a crash weren’t wearing helmets. Although numerous factors account for […]
The New Hampshire Patriot Guard Riders 6th annual event is happening on May 18th. It is a charity ride for NH veterans and first responders. Registration opens at 8:00 AM at the Heritage Harley-Davidson center in Concord. To ride, it is $25, and to be a passenger, it is $15. There will be food and prizes and […]
Enjoying the “freedom of the road” on a motorcycle, unfortunately, does not come “free.” According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), motorcyclists are 27 times as likely to be killed in a motorcycle or vehicle crash than car passengers. And even if you aren’t a motorcycle rider or you are one but have never been involved in a […]
Spring has finally arrived in New Hampshire, which means motorcycle season is quickly approaching. Before you hit the road, it’s important to make sure that your motorcycle is in a safe operating condition. Motorcycles that are properly maintained are less likely to be involved in accidents. Be sure to check the following equipment on your […]
According to news reports from Augusta, Maine, two motorcyclists were killed Sunday afternoon while participating in a charitable ride for children’s toy donations. It was a major crash that resulted in the closure of the two northbound lanes of Interstate 95. According to the police, Jamie Gross, 58, of Belmont, died at the crash. Aaron White-Sevigny, […]
After the motorcycle itself and your helmet, choosing a motorcycle jacket is probably the most important consideration when preparing for safe riding. A jacket provides important protection in a crash, especially if you are sent skidding across the pavement. Without a strong protective barrier between your skin and the rough concrete, serious motorcycle accident injuries […]
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is responsible for ensuring that a wide range of products, including motorcycle helmets, meet or exceed minimum federal safety standards. A CPSC-approved motorcycle helmet has been examined thoroughly to ensure it will provide certain minimum safety protection in a crash. If you’re looking for a new or replacement […]