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Paying Respects to Fallen Bikers
March 22, 2010

I read lots of motorcycle related material in the course of my day and every week, I am alarmed at the number of articles I read about fallen bikers. Every week, there seems to be a constant stream of bikers who have lost their lives on American highways. It is very sad.

Years ago, I decided to go skydiving and like many rookie skydivers, I wanted to do some research before taking the leap. I wanted to make sure that when I went skydiving, I did so in the safest manner possible.

The interesting thing I found out about the parachutist community is that they make a very large effort to chronicle parachuting accidents to not only memorialize fallen parachutists but to also educate other parachutists about accidents and safety.

In Skydiving Magazine, the back of the magazine has a section that highlights fatal and non-fatal accidents. These articles also mention the reason for the accidents.

Motorcycling is a much larger sport/recreation than skydiving and the shear volume of motorcycle related accidents makes chronicling them in magazines nearly impossible. Still, lots of information on motorcycle safety is lost since there is not a central location to chronicle them.

For bikers, motorcycle safety is built over time as experience in different traffic, weather, and emergency situations is gained. Unlike parachuting, there are many more conditions that bikers have to consider to stay safe.

Bikers should pay respects to fallen bikers by learning what caused them to lose their lives. In some cases, their mistakes can help bikers recognize ways they can avoid doing the same things. In cases where a motorist caused the accident, bikers can learn how to avoid potentially dangerous situations.

As I continue to read and research motorcycle related topics, I will keep looking for more sites that honor and chronicle our fallen biker brothers and sisters. Their lives and their lessons should not be lost.

Hi, I’m Tom Kiley, and when my buddies and I go riding we always put safety first. Get a free copy of my motorcycle book for some valuable riding tips. And if you or loved one are ever hurt in the Massachusetts area, contact the Kiley Law Group for legal advice from a real motorcycle attorney.