Is it Safe to Ride a Motorcycle in Rain?
Is it safe to ride a motorcycle in the rain? The short answer: it depends on your preparation, skills, and decision-making. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation reports that inclement weather contributes to a 35% increase in motorcycle accidents.
Riding in rain doesn’t just mean getting wet—it’s about managing different physics and visibility conditions. Understanding the risks of rain riding could prevent your next ride from becoming your last.
Contact Munley Law if you’ve been injured in a motorcycle accident caused by another driver’s negligence while riding in rain, such as when a car driver rear-ended you because they didn’t maintain proper following distance in wet conditions, or if another vehicle caused an accident by speeding in wet conditions. Our motorcycle accident attorneys understand the challenges these cases present.
Essential Preparation: Gear and Motorcycle Readiness
Proper gear does more than keep you dry—it maintains comfort and concentration in wet conditions. […]
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