Motorcycle season 2025: Tips for safe driving pleasure in the Palatinate!

Motorcycle season 2025: Tips for safe driving pleasure in the Palatinate!

The motorcycle season traditionally started in Rhineland-Palatinate at Easter. With the increase in temperatures, numerous bikers prepare for the first trips. However, the State Criminal Police Office (LKA) and the police urgently warn of the dangers of motorcycling and emphasize the need for safe driving behavior. According to swr.de , a worrying of motorcycle accidents was registered last year. A total of 2,691 accident cases occurred in which 521 people were seriously injured and 35 people lost their lives.

Especially treacherous routes in the region are the Palatinate Forest and the Eifel, which, due to their curves and difficult conditions, are often considered risk routes. The LKA has also named specific streets that are considered particularly dangerous, including the Elmsteiner valley, the Totencopfstraße and the Wellbach valley. In a tragic incident, an 18-year-old motorcyclist in Guldental had an accident on April 15, 2025

causes of the accident and safety tips

lack of experience and self -overestimation are among the most common causes of such accidents. The police have set up several security measures to enable motorcyclists to start a safe season. This includes regular control of brakes, lighting and tires as well as wearing suitable protective clothing. In particular, the wearing of reflectors and warning vests are recommended to increase visibility. A sufficient safety distance and the timely display of overtaking maneuvers are also crucial to minimize the risk of accidents.

Security training and slow re -adjusting on driving are important recommendations. Motorcyclists should "drive warm" on the first kilometers and learn how to use their vehicle. In addition, the Rhineland-Palatinate police are planning to participate in the Nürburgring on April 28th at the opening event. Here there will be information stands where your own reaction capacity can be tested, as well as offers for traffic safety.

event "Leave" and information offers

The event "Anlay" includes an ecumenical service and a common tour of the Nordschleife. Visitors can find out about traffic safety at the LKA information level. In addition, demonstrations of the motorcycle relay by the Rhineland-Palatinate police will take place, in which the focus is on safe driving. The Koblenz police headquarters will also be represented with a security vehicle to offer, among other things, tips on motorcycle security.

Finally, it can be said that the number of motorcycle accidents increases despite the warnings and security measures. In 2024, 490 motorcycle accidents were registered in the Eifel, which also had deaths. The warnings of the police and the LKA are to be taken seriously to make the coming months of the motorcycle season accident -free. Further information and detailed tips on accident avoidance also offers rpr1.de . Road safety must be a top priority to prevent tragic incidents and to enjoy the joy of motorcycling.