The role of motorcycling in the twenty first century
The role of motorcycling in the twenty first century
As road traffic is one of the main sources of carbon dioxide emissions, the use of more sustainable modes of transport is being encouraged. The role of motorcycling however is unclear. They are cheaper to run than the private car and offer the same door to door convenience, but they are also one of the most vulnerable modes of transport.
The objective of this research has been to determine the role of motorcycling in the 21st century. The literature review has been undertaken to identify the costs and benefits of motorcycle use. A motorcycle survey was undertaken generating 8174 completed questionnaires. The purpose of the survey was to understand rider profile, motorcycle use, motorcycle accidents, riders’ motivations and riders’ views. Motorcycle passing counts were also undertaken to determine which external factors influence motorcycle use.
It is concluded that the high rate of motorcycle casualties stems from riders speeding or riding beyond their capabilities. If riders were to take full responsibility for their own safety then the number and severity of casualties would fall. Motorcycling in the twenty first century can then serve a useful role offering mobility, congestion and parking advantages. For some types of trip, making a journey by motorcycle can be preferable to making the same journey by car.
University of Southampton
2006
Tilly, Alan John
(2006)
The role of motorcycling in the twenty first century.
University of Southampton, Doctoral Thesis.
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Abstract
As road traffic is one of the main sources of carbon dioxide emissions, the use of more sustainable modes of transport is being encouraged. The role of motorcycling however is unclear. They are cheaper to run than the private car and offer the same door to door convenience, but they are also one of the most vulnerable modes of transport.
The objective of this research has been to determine the role of motorcycling in the 21st century. The literature review has been undertaken to identify the costs and benefits of motorcycle use. A motorcycle survey was undertaken generating 8174 completed questionnaires. The purpose of the survey was to understand rider profile, motorcycle use, motorcycle accidents, riders’ motivations and riders’ views. Motorcycle passing counts were also undertaken to determine which external factors influence motorcycle use.
It is concluded that the high rate of motorcycle casualties stems from riders speeding or riding beyond their capabilities. If riders were to take full responsibility for their own safety then the number and severity of casualties would fall. Motorcycling in the twenty first century can then serve a useful role offering mobility, congestion and parking advantages. For some types of trip, making a journey by motorcycle can be preferable to making the same journey by car.
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Published date: 2006
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Alan John Tilly
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