ABS: Anti-Lock Braking System. Speeds the stopping process and prevents skidding in emergency braking situations
Acceleration: increase in the rate of speed of a vehicle
Bike Lay Down: A technique motorcyclists use to avoid a crash in which they “lay down” the bike on its side. With most motorcycles today, laying down the bike is not more effective than simply braking and is often a dangerous maneuver
CCs: Cubic Centimeters
DOT(approved helmet types): shape is one of the most important characteristics of a DOT approved helmet, comfort and safety are also very important
Eye fixation: Phenomenon in which a motorcycle goes in the direction of the driver’s eyes are looking. Also called target fixation
Helmet Laws: GA requires DOT approved helmet, not full face helmet
Kickstand: a metal rod that is attached to a motorcycle or bike that helps to support and keep it standing when the bike is not in motion
Laws: regulations on the operation and safety of a motorcycle. These range from safety helmets to the rules of off-road and on-road activity
Motorcycle accident attorney: someone who knows the specific areas of law relating to motorcycle accidents
Motorcycles vs. Cars: motorcycles are far more dangerous on the roadway than cars
Pedestrian right of way: Designated areas where oncoming traffic must yield to pedestrians
Preventable motorcycle death: Death that could have been avoided, but occurred because of simple negligence to precautions
Riding staggered: primary riding formation when in a group of bikers
Safe Distance Motorcycle Driving: The rule of thumb is to stay two seconds worth of roadway distance away from the car in front of you
Safety Equipment: leather, nylon, Kevlar gloves
Share the Road: A Georgia program to increase driver’s awareness of motorcycle’s on the road
Tank Slapper: wild and rapid swinging of the handlebars from hard-stop left and back in the other direction
Visual Recognition: Motorcycles are much harder to see on the road due to their size. Factors such as weather and traffic congestion can make it more difficult to spot a motorcycle on the road
Wobble: The handlebars and the front wheels of the motorcycle start to vibrate or shake. Common causes include uneven weight distribution, loose bearings, or improper tire pressure
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