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Motorbike accident claims and correct storage


People are sometimes quick to blame a car driver for the personal injuries incurred by a motorcyclist, but actually there are many cases in which the incident was the rider's fault and so they cannot make a motorbike accident claim.

When a rider has left their motorcycle incorrectly stored for a lengthy period of time, then it is their responsibility to make sure that the bike is in good working order again before taking it out onto the road.

If a bike is not prepared for storage before being left un-maintained by the owner, then it can fall into disrepair and the workings of the motorcycle can become damaged over time.

If after being incorrectly stored the bike is then taken out onto the road, or given insufficient maintenance before being ridden, it could result in breakdown.

In some situations, breakdown will not cause an accident, since it might occur when a rider attempts to restart the vehicle after having stopped at some services. However, in some cases the rider may be on the road when the bike malfunctions, and this could cause a crash.

Correctly preparing a motorcycle for storage
There are a few relatively simple actions that a rider can take to protect their bike from deterioration in storage, and as a result reduce their risk of suffering an accident when they eventually use the bike again.

  • Stabilising the fuel will prevent fuel residue from oxidising in the tank;
  • Changing the oil should remove any dirt which could deteriorate;
  • Keeping the battery charged by using a battery tender or trickle charger will prolong the battery's life. If the bike is going to be kept in freezing temperatures the battery should be removed and stored in a warm dry place as well as being kept charged;
  • Cleaning the bike should prevent and dirt, sand or road salt from corroding or damaging the bike while it is not being used;
  • Deflating the tyres and then re-inflating them with clean compressed air should reduce the risk of the tyres becoming deflated and the weight of the bike bending the wheels;
  • Finally, the rider should cover the vehicle with a breathable tarp so that moisture does not remain trapped underneath in contact with the metallic parts of the motorcycle, potentially leading to rust.

Making a non-fault motorbike accident claim
If you have kept your bike in a good condition and are safe on the roads, and have sustained personal injury in a non-fault accident, you may be able to claim compensation from the road user liable for your pain, suffering, and any loss of earnings.

Contact us on 0800 10 757 95, or alternatively, fill in a short online claim form with some basic details of your motorbike accident claim case and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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