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A biker buddy system to keep newbies from dying on the open road
When I see motorcyclists riding around on these nice days with their hair streaming out behind them, I think of all the times I have run my fingers through such hair. Exploring more gently than a lover might, I've palpated injured riders' heads for skull fractures, glass fragments and the sources of blood congealing on the scalp. These memories are visceral, automatic and emotional, and I just cannot shake them off when I see unhelmeted motorcyclists.
What I can shake off is the instinct to write yet another column advocating for mandatory motorcycle helmets, so I will not do that here. Rather, this column is a plea to all of you experienced bikers out there to take on additional responsibility for helping reduce the rising toll of motorcyclist injuries that is sweeping America.
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Posted on 06/22/12 | Motorcycle Safety
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HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTOR COMPANY DIAMOND-BLACK / BRAKE LINE KIT
HARLEY DAVIDSON IS RECALLING ACCESSORY BRAKE LINE KITS SOLD FOR INSTALLATION ON CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2012 DYNA AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2012 SOFTAIL MOTORCYCLES. DUE TO MANUFACTURING AND INSTALL... Continue
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Posted on 03/05/12 | Motorcycle Safety
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126,000 Honda Goldwing motorcycles recalled for brake problems
Honda and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have issued a recall alert for approximately 126,000 Goldwing motorcycles. The company has identified an issue with the motorbikes' seconda... Continue
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Posted on 12/07/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Harley recalling more than 308,000 motorcycles
Harley-Davidson is recalling about 308,000 motorcycles to fix a switch problem that can cause failure of the brake lights and possibly even the rear brakes themselves.
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Posted on 10/24/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Bikers: Stay Safe During the Autumn Season
Some bikers put their motorcycles away after Labor Day weekend, but many look forward to what can be some of the best riding weather. If you're planning on riding during autumn, make sure your bike is... Continue
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Posted on 09/16/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Possible Delays from Exit 17 to Exit 7A on Sunday
Events commemorating the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attack on the World Trade Center in New York City, September 11, 2011, may cause some traffic delays on Sunday, September 11, 2011, the New Y... Continue
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Posted on 09/10/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Biker dies in freak accident, blamed on tire debris
Drivers often dodge them on the highway -- shredded tire fragments. A large piece of tire debris is being blamed for the death of a Mobile woman on I-10 Sunday night. It's being called a freak accide... Continue
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Posted on 08/16/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Peoria Couple On Motorcycle Killed By Alleged DUI Driver
PEORIA - Korey and Rachel Korenchuk will be remembered by loved ones as a couple passionate about their two young daughters, Harley-Davidsons and photography.
Michael "Korey" Korenchuk, 40, and Rac... Continue
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Posted on 08/08/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Motorcyclists Remember Their Fallen, Push For New Laws
PEKIN - On July 21, William Wiker Jr., 56, died on impact at the corner of Third and Margaret streets. An 81-year-old woman drove her vehicle through a red light and T-boned Wiker's motorcycle.
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Posted on 08/08/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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Indian Recalls 2009-2011 Motorcycles - Indian
Indian has recalled 2009-2011 motorcycles due to safety requirement problems with the kickstands, and also headlight issues. Polaris, owner of Indian, says 699 motorcycles are affected.
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Posted on 07/09/11 | Motorcycle Safety
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