The study reviewed the status of motorcycle crash bars with emphasis on their possible effectiveness in preventing injuries to motorcycle riders. A literature search and review was undertaken. Manufacturers data on crash bars and motorcycles were assembled. The review of accident data indicates that lower leg injuries may have serious disabling consequences for the victim. Possible effectiveness of production crash bars in reducing the severity of these injuries cannot be determined from the present data base. Several research studies related to motorcycle safety were also reviewed. Performance data on production crash bars are not available in the literature. Results for experimental injury countermeasure devices for motorcycles intended to provide improved lateral protection to riders do not appear to be applicable to current production crash bars. Because of information voids in several areas, it is presently not possible to assess the possible effectiveness of production motorcycle crash bars.


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    Title :

    A Review of Motorcycle Crash Bars and Their Role in Injury Prevention


    Contributors:
    P. M. Miller (author) / R. H. Arendt (author)

    Publication date :

    1980


    Size :

    154 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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