This is a report of the status of motorcycle safety in the USA. It provides a statistical summary of the accident and fatality experience of the last ten years and traces the development of safety countermeasures in rider education, operator licensing and public awareness. An overview of the regulations that exist (1990) that govern motorcycle operation and how they influence program efforts, is provided. The report will explain the role and function of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation in providing the leadership and technical and financial support for the establishment of a network of productive safety programs in rider education, licensing and public awareness. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation's purpose is improving the safety of motorcyclists on the nation's streets and highways. In an attempt to reduce motorcycle accidents and injuries, the Foundation has programs in rider education, licensing improvement, public information, and statistics. These programs are designed for both motorcyclists and motorists.
Samenvatting