1. Company, event, date Name
Try not to get hit.
Company, event, date
Name
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

2. Non-occupational accidents in Switzerland, 2013
80,000 road traffic injuries
410,000 sports injuries
570,000 injuries in and around the home
Every year, over a million people are injured in traffic accidents, doing sport as well as in and around the home.
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

3. Road traffic Distances covered on roads Personal injuries
Personal injuries = Persons badly injured and fatalities
Bikers and scooter riders only cover 2 percent of the distances covered by vehicles on Swiss roads – nevertheless, their share of serious injuries amounts to 30 per cent.
Source: Road-traffic accidents registered by the police in 2010 and the mobility and traffic micro census in 2010
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

4. Accident cause no. 1: Not yielding the right of way
In around 2/3 of collisions with motorcyclists that result in serious injuries or fatalities, the other persons involved are either solely or partially at fault.
Bike or scooter rider solely at fault
Bike or scooter rider mainly responsible, other person partly responsible
Other person mainly responsible, bike or scooter rider partly responsible
Other person solely responsible
→ Other road users often fail to see motorcyclists on their bikes – or see them too late – due to their narrow silhouette.
Source: SINUS 2016 – Distribution of road users responsible for collisions involving motorcyclists with serious injuries – averages for
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

5. Accident cause no. 2: Riding too fast
About one third of all serious motorcycle and scooter accidents do not involve any other road users.
→ Excessive or inappropriate speed is the main reason for accidents in which no other road users are involved.
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

6. “Motorcycle/scooter” video film
Try not to get hit.
“Motorcycle/scooter” video film
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

7. Tips to save your neck! Allow for other road users failing to see you.
Drive defensively, look ahead and observe the rules of the road.
Do not exceed your skills – especially on heavy and powerful motorcycles.
Wear good motorcycle gear – even for short trips.
Ride a motorcycle fitted with ABS.
Have a safe journey!
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

8. The right gear – Crash helmet
Must comply with standard ECE 22-05
Full-face or modular (flip-up) helmet
Must fit well – not too tightly – and must not wobble when the rider shakes their head
In conspicuous colours if possible
Tighten the chin strap before setting off
Important: Always replace your helmet after a crash
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

9. The right gear – Motorcycle clothing (1)
Jacket
Motorcycle jacket made of leather or abrasion-resistant material
Elbow and shoulder protectors (body armour – must comply with standard EN )
Plus a back protector (must comply with standard EN )
Conspicuous colours, reflective stripes/jacket
Gloves
Motorcycle gloves made of abrasion-resistant material that cover the hands and wrists completely
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

10. The right gear – Motorcycle clothing (2)
Trousers
One-piece leather suits offer the best protection. Alternatively: motorcyle trousers made of leather or abrasion-resistant material
Knee, hip and tail-bone protectors (must comply with standard EN )
Footwear
Motorcycle boots that cover the ankles and the lower shin area
Reinforced toecaps
Heel and ankle protection
No laces!
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

11. The right gear – Scooter clothing (1)
Jacket
Long-sleeved jacket made of abrasion-resistant material such as leather or denim
Better protection is afforded by motorcycle jackets made of leather or abrasion-resistant material and fitted with elbow and shoulder protectors in compliance with standard EN plus a back protector (to standard EN )
Conspicuous colours, reflective stripes/jacket
Gloves
Leather gloves at least; leather motorcycle gloves made of abrasion-resistant material are even better
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

12. The right gear – Scooter clothing (2)
Trousers Long, robust trousers made of leather or jeans reinforced with Kevlar; motorcycle trousers fitted with protectors are even better Footwear Boots or strong shoes that cover the ankles
Motorcycle/scooter
2017

13. Further information
→ Go through the safety checklist with our brochure: “Motorcycling” (article no *).
→ Consult our flyer for information on the right motorcycle and scooter gear “Avoid road rash” (article no *).
* available only in French, German and Italian
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Motorcycle/scooter
2017