Colorado has no minimum age for passengers on motorcycles. However, a number of laws and regulations are in place which can help to protect young riders. If you plan to ride with a child, you should know those laws and understand your responsibilities as a motorcyclist as well as your…
Motorcycles are very different than traditional passenger vehicles. However, many drivers don’t fully appreciate the differences. Insurance companies often don’t see the differences, either, and they try to shift the blame for accidents to motorcyclists. The use of turn signals is a good example. Do Motorcycles Need Turn Signals in…
If you are a motorcyclist in Colorado, then you already know many of the common dangers involved with riding. Lane splitting is just one of the many ways in which careless drivers endanger motorcyclists and their passengers. If you have been involved in a motorcycle accident due to a lane-splitting…
People who are hurt in a Denver motorcycle traffic collision often face financial hardships. The cost of medical care, coupled with lost wages due to time off work, can create significant strain for recovering cyclists. During this stressful time, there’s some good news. In Colorado, motor vehicle accident victims may be…
Colorado is a great state to explore on a motorcycle. Unfortunately, not every motorcycle journey is a pleasant one. About 5,000 motorcyclists die in motor vehicle crashes each year. Tens of thousands more are injured, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In Colorado alone, over 100 people die in…
Spring Motorcycle Riding in Colorado With the snow melting and ski season ending, now is the time of year when motorcyclists in Colorado start revving up their bikes and getting reacquainted with the open road. With its gorgeous scenery and high mountain passes, Colorado attracts many motorcyclists who want to…
Imagine being stuck in traffic on your motorcycle going down I-35 on a sunny afternoon. You are eager to arrive at your destination, but traffic is gridlocked as far as you can see. You think to yourself, “What if I squeeze through the cars and trucks to escape this mess…
Motorcyclists in Texas have the same rights as motorists in passenger or commercial vehicles and are expected to follow the same rules of the road. However, a few specific laws apply only to motorcycles. These laws exist to protect motorcyclists from harm while on the road, particularly since a collision…
Colorado motorcycle passenger laws establish requirements for where passengers can sit and whether they need to wear protective gear. Motorcycle passengers must wear a helmet if they’re under 18, and all passengers must ride behind the driver and use footrests or ride in an enclosed cab or sidecar. Adhering to…
As Colorado motorcycle accident lawyers, we know that a ride through the Centennial State offers the chance to enjoy breathtaking views while learning about Colorado’s history. The best Colorado motorcycle rides include: Mount Blue Sky Scenic & Historic Byway Mount Blue Scenic Highway spans 28 miles and reaches an elevation…
