It may surprise you to learn how many motorcycle accidents grass on the road can cause. We’ve researched the facts behind one of the lesser-known causes of motorcycle fatalities. Read on to learn more from our team at Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers.

2020年5月7日 · Grass clippings are often blown or left in the road and can lead to serious injuries or even death for those that ride. "Just this past weekend, I have a friend that lives in West Virginia. He actually went down and passed away," said …

Wheelchairs and 2-wheeled vehicles such as bicycles, dirt bikes, mopeds, and motorcycles, may experience real safety issues from grass negligently left in the roadway. Why Are Piles of Grass in the Road So Dangerous to Bikers?

Even if the clippings are not the direct cause of a motorcycle accident, the debris may contribute to unsafe road conditions. Lawn clippings can make the road’s surface slick and slippery. These slippery surfaces reduce a motorcycle’s grip on the road. This is especially dangerous in wet conditions. Grass Clippings and Motorcycle Accidents

2024年4月19日 · Loss of traction on grass clippings can lead to motorcyclists being thrown off their bikes. When this happens, they may be struck by vehicles behind them or oncoming traffic, depending on where they land. Some motorcyclists might attempt to swerve to avoid the grass clippings that are in the road.

2024年5月8日 · Grass clippings are one of many causes of motorcycle accidents because they lead to: Reduced Traction – Because water makes up about 80 percent of grass, it is often slick, causing motorcycles to lose traction and crash. These risks become especially acute in already wet road conditions.

2022年5月31日 · Grass clippings are not typically an issue for cars, trucks, and other vehicles with four or more wheels. However, most motorcycles have just two wheels. This means motorcyclists need to keep both tires in contact with the pavement at all times to maintain control.

2019年7月12日 · “Those loose grass clippings can cause a motorcyclist or bicyclist to lose control as they ride over them and potentially lead to a crash.” Police will issue citations to violators, the chief said, which carry a fine of $80.

If you’re not a motorcycle enthusiast, you may be unaware of the danger that arises when freshly-cut grass clippings are blown into the highway. After all, it’s just plant material. How dangerous can it really be? As it turns out, it can be lethal.

2023年12月26日 · Motorcycle Grass Clippings | It can seem so innocent to do this common summer task, and yet grass clippings and motorcycles have been the subject of fatalities annually. There is also debate amongst riders about whether these accidents are rider experience issues or fatal issues by careless minders of the byproduct from seasonal grass cutting.