In the newest report released from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 4,668 motorcyclists were killed during 2013, a slight decrease from the previous year of 4,986 motorcycle deaths. Because there are more motorcyclists riding each year, this is a promising trend. Fortunately not every motorcycle accident results in a fatality, but...Read More
Written by Tony “Pan” Sanfelipo, senior investigator at Hupy and Abraham, S.C. With spring just around the corner, we start to think about getting our bikes ready to ride. That means a possible tune-up might be in order. It’s good to start out with fresh spark plugs, fresh gas, an oil change, and a clean...Read More
ASM Student Bob Slone from Ohio sent this story and a question related to tourniquets. ASM Founder and Author of “A Crash Course for the Motorcyclist” , Vicki Sanfelipo, RN/EMT answers: Bob: I heard a story yesterday that I thought would be of interest to you. A young lady who does scheduling and paperwork at...Read More
Many riders live in states that experience long months of bitter cold temperatures and snowy conditions: Not ideal for riding a motorcycle. For those of you in the southern states – many of us also hold out hopes of coming to visit you! Motorcycle dealerships and repair shops offer winter storage in the northern...Read More
Many riders live in states that experience long months of bitter cold temperatures and snowy conditions: Not ideal for riding a motorcycle. For those of you in the southern states – many of us also hold out hopes of coming to visit you! Motorcycle dealerships and repair shops offer winter storage in the northern...Read More
Front End Maintenance Tips Question: How do I know when my front end needs maintenance? I know that my service manual and motorcycle dealer make recommendations but I would like to know how I can tell when I have an issue that requires servicing. To read part one, click HERE Hand controls and Brakes You...Read More
DIY – MOTORCYCLE FRONT END MAINTENANCE – Part 1 of 2 Most of us like the idea of doing things on our own but are not really sure what to do, where to look, or even what to search for! That is where I come in. My name is Chris Holland and I am a...Read More
