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With the part that having tyres that are both correctly inflated and in good condition play in avoiding a motorbike accident it is surprising and shocking to learn that Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) 2007-2008 statistics reveal defective and poorly inflated tyres as the fourth most frequently cited reason for MoT failure.
Perhaps, even more worryingly, year for year VOSA statistics show that incidence of these failures has grown every year since 2006.
With the vital role that well-maintained tyres play in providing for effective, handling, braking and suspension, it is clear that if we are to reduce the over-representation of motorcycle accidents in UK road deaths, there is still a great deal owners of powered two-wheelers can do to protect their own personal safety.
Rob Beddis, chairman of TyreSafe, comments, "With only two patches each the size of a credit card in contact with the road, it is essential that bikers ride on correctly inflated tyres with sufficient tread depth in order to avoid causing serious accidents."
He also said that riders also need to remember the added road safety responsibility that comes with carrying pillion passengers. "Any bikers carrying pillion or pannier loads should also check the recommend tyre pressure level for the bike when fully loaded. The trade can play their part in helping to reduce the alarming number of motorcycle fatalities by joining our campaign to encourage bikers to consider the importance of tyre safety," he said.
And it is not only their own personal safety that riders risk if they neglect their tyre safety. Other road users could suffer injury too, potentially making a negligent rider liable for any resulting motorcycle injury claims.
YouClaim's motorcycle accident claim spokesperson comments, "Keeping an eye on the condition and pressure of your tyres can save your life. It can also, in the event of an accident, protect your entitlement to the 100 percent compensation so vital to ensuring your best possible rehabilitation."
Motorcycle injury claims with leading solicitors - a cost free service
Despite only accounting for a tiny fraction of UK road traffic, motorbike injuries still account for 20% all UK road deaths - 588 in 2008.
An alarming number of incidents are still attributable to the negligent or inattentive driving of other road users. If you believe that your accident falls under this category, you may be able to claim compensation.
The no win, no fee solicitors on our panel work right across the UK and have an excellent success rate.
All are drawn from firms governed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are able to represent this kind of litigation at absolutely no cost to the client.
This means, win or lose, we ensure that you are protected from all possible costs, fees and disbursements associated with your case. In practice, we surpass the definition of "no win, no fee" by providing a cost free service.
In addition, we never take any cuts, delivering all successful clients 100 percent of the compensation awarded them.
To find out more about how we can ensure you are compensated for your pain, injury, loss of earnings, medical expenses and future costs, echat with an advisor, fill out a claim form or call us today, on 0800 10 757 95.
