Sign of the times

Construction season is starting, and this sign is a frequent reminder that motorcycle riders have additional challenges to deal with on the road.

There are over 4 million motorcycles registered in the United States. The popularity of this mode of transportation is attributed to the low initial cost of a motorcycle, its use as a pleasure vehicle and, for some models, the good fuel efficiency. Motorcycle fatalities represent approximately five percent of all highway fatalities each year, yet motorcycles represent just two percent of all registered vehicles in the United States. Motorcycle Safety Foundation