Category Archives: motorcycle safety legislation

Why I Think They Are Wrong

Posted on September 6, 2023 by T.W. Day

The constant reminder that the “Normalcy Bias” plagues motorcyclists into making fatal and foolish decisions is one of many reasons I decided my Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF)/Minnesota Motorcycle Safety Center(MMSC) instructor career was not worth continuing. Years ago (2006), I … Continue reading →

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eBikes, Mopeds, and Motorcycles: Is There A Difference?

Posted on September 26, 2021 by T.W. Day

eBikes (“e-bikes”?) are becoming the most dangerous vehicle on the road, despite eBikers claim that bicycles and eBikes are not “vehicles.” Hint: if you are not walking and you are moving you are in or on a “vehicle.” "noun: vehicle; … Continue reading →

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What Is Training the Answer To?

Posted on August 14, 2013 by T.W. Day

On a recent MMSC Facebook post, the organization wrote, “Over 60 percent of riders killed to-date were 45 and older. Whether you’re returning to riding or have been on the road for years, continued training is essential to staying safe.” … Continue reading →

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Leave Us Outta This Shit!

Posted on July 14, 2013 by T.W. Day

Big Government douchebags in North Carolina (go figure) swapped a discussion and bill about Motorcycle Safety for an under-the-sheets anti-abortion ambush on July 10. A day later, the wingnut bill was passed and that set off a firestorm of protests … Continue reading →

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