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Safe roads: Police check motorcyclists in northern Swabia!
Traffic controls in Dillingen an der Donau: Police warn motorcyclists to be safe after accidents and speeding violations.
Safe roads: Police check motorcyclists in northern Swabia!
In the past few days, the Donauwörth and Augsburg traffic police have carried out intensive priority checks on motorcyclists. The reason for this large-scale campaign is the alarming number of accidents and the serious consequences that are often associated with motorcycle accidents. According to the latest reports from Augsburger Allgemeine Around 20 motorcyclists were checked at the beginning of August - fortunately, all of them adhered to traffic regulations.
The traffic situation was not only important for the bikers, but also for the drivers. Stationary speed measurements accompanied the controls, with August 2nd providing particular information: On the B16 near Rain am Lech, almost 70 road users were cited for speeding. The highest speed measured was 169 km/h with a permitted speed of 100 km/h. A day later, on August 3rd, the DLG 35 confirmed this problem near Ziertheim, where around 30 road users were also traveling too fast, setting speed records of up to 162 km/h.
Accident risks and prevention
A central aspect of the controls was informing road users about the risks in road traffic. Motorcyclists are often easily overlooked or misjudged in traffic. This underlines the police's appeal to all road users to show consideration for one another. Drivers should pay particular attention to the speed of motorcycles and pay attention to their shoulder and blind spots at junctions, intersections and when overtaking.
An analysis by the ADAC also shows that the safety of bikers is an urgent issue. Statistics show that 4.7 million motorcycles are registered in Germany, 15% of which are owned by women. Motorcyclists have a significantly higher risk of accidents compared to car drivers because they often lack passive safety devices. The numbers speak for themselves: motorcycles have a four times higher risk of being involved in an accident and the accident rate is seven times higher. Every year there are over 500 motorcyclists who are fatally injured and almost 10,000 who are seriously injured.
Tips for more security
The most common injuries that occur in motorcycle accidents are traumatic brain injuries and other serious physical injuries, which often result from driving errors or excessive speeds. The following applies here: Prevention is the be-all and end-all. Motorcyclists should not only wear protective clothing, but also carry out regular vehicle checks and possibly complete driving safety training. The ADAC also recommends technical solutions such as cornering ABS and blind spot assistants to increase road safety.
Anyone who sits on a motorcycle should also be aware of the challenges that come with riding. But it's not just the technology that's crucial; Your own fitness and correct driving style, such as training the special eye guidance in curves, are also essential. Another helpful tip: a test ride before buying a motorcycle can help to check the correct seating position and optimal performance in order to minimize the risk of accidents from the outset.
In summary, it should be noted that both motorcyclists and drivers are required to do more to ensure road safety. A good knack for dealing with different traffic situations and treating each other with respect can make a decisive contribution to avoiding tragic accidents. For further information on the safety of motorcyclists, those interested can consult the ADAC's comprehensive analyses ADAC see.