...Kim McKenzie Professor Heeder Writing 121 24 February 2015 Motorists and Motorcycle Safety: Distracted drivers even more noticeable while riding motorcycles If you’re a novice driver, dialing a phone is more dangerous than retrieving text messages, and reaching for an object while driving is more likely to produce an accident than eating behind the wheel. Although it may seem obvious, motorcycle riders face unique challenges on the road such as the lack of protective barriers between the road and riders, difficulties in anticipating and seeing a motorcycle, and the lack of experience and safety while riding. First, other vehicles can obscure motorcycles since we are a smaller target, preventing others to see you; whether it is through your side-view or rear-view mirror. This also is the case at intersections. Sometimes, there could be trees or tall grasses or weeds to keep motorist from noticing an oncoming motorcycle until it is too late. Road conditions are another barrier motorists as well as motorcyclist face. More to the point, motorcyclists should avoid such things as potholes, ruts, uneven pavement, and oil slicks. In avoiding these barriers, we are not only protecting damage to our bikes, but also the dangers of having to swerve in our lanes or side of the road and worry about oncoming traffic in the same lane. For instance, riding one day down a scenic back road, while avoiding many potholes, a fox ran out in front of us, which caused us to break while into...
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...U.S. ARMY MOTORCYCLE SAFETY GUIDE Motorcycling has become increasingly popular in the Army with 33,425 motorcycles currently registered on Army installations. One result is that motorcycle accident rates have increased proportionately. As the accident rate goes up, leaders must find ways to improve motorcycle safety within the Army. The Chief of Staff, Army, now requires the Six Point Program developed by the Combat Readiness Center be used by all Army units. Like any sport, motorcycling can be very dangerous. Although we cannot totally prevent motorcycle accidents, through proper training and preparation we can reduce them. Therefore, our actions can make riding motorcycles fun rather than fatal. We must first ask some pertinent questions if we truly desire to improve Army motorcycle safety. Some basic questions are: ♦ How safe is motorcycling? ♦ How does it compare to driving an automobile? ♦ Are there any special precautions to be observed? ♦ What are the causes of crashes, and how can crashes be reduced? I. BACKGROUND: The United States Department of Transportation, Division of Highway Safety, offered the following information on motorcycles in DOT HS 807 709. “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...
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...Cabanatuan City remains the undisputed “Tricycle Capital of the Philippines” By PNA and Philippine Times of Southern Nevada From the looks of things, the three-wheeled motorized tricycles are here to stay. At the present time, figures of the city’s legalization and franchising office show a total of 8,044 “For Hire” and 73 “For Private Use” tricycle units. By the end of the year, about 12,000 tricycle units are expected to ply the city’s major routes as part of the city’s public transport system. Under the new set-up, at least some 5,000 outsider tricycle operators would be removed from the present list of 17,000. A rough estimate made by the legalization office show a daily income of at least P531.25 with the “color coding” in force, for some 9,600 driver-operators operating daily. Undisputed as “The Tricycle Capital of the Philippines,” Cabanatuan, the “Biggest Little City in the Philippines, appears proud of the distinction, with no less than its city mayor laying claim to the title. City Mayor Julius Cesar “Jay” Vergara hails the three-wheeled transports as the popular public transport in the city, in addition to jitneys plying the city’s streets. Concerned with the growing competition being offered against local operators and drivers of the tricycle units here by “outsider operators” -meaning coming from outside the city – Mayor Vergara has sought approval from the Sangguniang Panlungsod to legalize and streamline the operation of the tricycle...
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...Exist ENG215: Research &Writing Pro. Dorothy J Valentine May 3, 2014 Abstract The impact is horrendous. It feels like I am rolling and tumbling forever. I feel my skin burning from sliding on the pavement; my head was traumatized as I continued to roll before finally coming to a stop. My husband recalls the night of his terrible motorcycle accident. Motorcyclists should be required to wear helmets in all states in order to be consistent, to avoid serious head injuries, and to reduce the amount of deaths due to accidents. Inconsistent The first universal motorcycle helmet law was legislated in 1967, and accepted in all but three states. Currently, half the states require helmets for all motorcyclists. Illinois, Iowa, and New Hampshire are the only states that don’t require motorcyclists to wear helmets (Governors Highway Safety Association, 2014). The federal government has twice enacted universal helmet laws, and then repealed them. In 1976, Congress revoked federal authority to assess penalties for noncompliance and states began to weaken helmet laws to apply, only to young or novice riders (Governors Highway Safety Association, 2014). Thirty-one states have had a universal helmet law repealed (undo law: to officially end the validity of something such as a law). The fact that the law has been repealed on several occasions demonstrates the inconsistency in regards to states requiring motorcyclists and passengers to wear helmets. Head Injury A head...
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...Paper Part 1 Jo Ratliff Professor Danny Meadows English 215 November 8, 2015 The monetary cost associated with not wearing a motorcycle helmet is extreme. The loss of life is even more distressing. In recent years we have seen an increase in motorcycle accident injuries and fatalities. Head injury is the leading cause of death in motorcycle crashes. According to a government study posted on PubMed (2012), the un-helmeted motorcyclist has more severe injuries than the motorcyclist wearing a helmet. The result is longer hospital stays, possible care after the hospital and higher medical expenses (Boarini DJ, 2012). Society shares the burden with the families of the motorcyclist involved. Insurance cost increases and if the injured person does not have medical, those cost are passed on to the consumer. Before considering owning and riding a motorcycle, the risk associated with not wearing a helmet needs to be considered. The issue of whether or not to wear a helmet is extremely controversial. Some motorcyclists take an emotional stand, stating that to ride with or without a helmet is their choice. They go on to say that taking that choice away is taking away their freedom. Everyone makes choices and decisions every day. Deciding not to become another statistic by wearing a helmet is a good choice. Wearing a helmet when riding a motorcycle should be as commonplace as fastening your seatbelt before you start your car. There are always advertisements reminding us to share...
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...University October 29, 2014 Assignment 3: Helmets Save Lives: A Problem Exists Introduction Motorcycles are a way of life to some people. “Life” is the reason these cyclists and their passengers should be bound by the law to wear helmets. The lives of these cyclists are just as important as the lives of individuals who choose to ride on four wheels. Motorcycle helmets are the most important protective gear a cyclist could wear to enforce the safety of them and their passengers just like a seatbelt protect the lives of motor vehicle operators. Let’s help cyclists live by requiring them to wear the necessary protective gear when they are on the road. History of Universal Helmet Regulation: An Overview of the Problem The universal helmet legislation requires motorcycle riders of all ages to wear helmets. The passing of this legislation has been a prudent and contentious problem with sweeping public health consequences because motorcycle mortalities continue to escalate. As of 2008, only 20 states had implemented this helmet policy. (Homer & French, 2009) In the 1980s and early 1990s, deadly motorcycle crashes were on the decline but began to increase in the late 1990s. In 2006, the number of motorcycle riders killed was 11% of the total traffic deaths, which is the highest account ever. (Homer & French, 2009) Only 19 states and DC enforce universal motorcycle helmet laws, 28 states have partial helmet laws that require only riders under the age of 18 to wear...
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...Research Topics with Explanation Sanjip Kumar Sapkota Strayer University ENG215 Adjunct Professor April 22, 2015 Should the minors who commit violent crimes be tried as adults? This topic is imperative topic to discuss and the audience for this topic can be anyone who thinks minors and adults are mentally and physically same. Minors should not be tried as adults because the physical and mental condition of the minors are different than those of adults. The brain of minors is like raw clay that can easily be shaped into any image. So whatever comes to minors mind is an effect of their surroundings, the social and family impacts. According to the Dorothy Otnow Lewis, professor of psychiatry at New York University: ''Kids are being raised by more and more disturbed parents. And what this lack of parenting breeds is misshapen personalities.'' The mind of adults is different than that of minors. The adults have capacity to distinguish wrong and right. The crimes committed by adults and the same nature of crimes committed by minors have different causes in most cases. So the minors should not be tried as adults. Should DUI (driving under the influence) law be changed? This topic is very important topic to anyone. The DUI law should be stricter than it is right now. According to US Department of Transport vehicles per 1000 of the population in 2013 is, 787.9 highest all around the world. More the numbers of vehicles per people more vehicles on the road and...
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...STRATEGIC AUDIT HARLEY DAVIDSON Inc Audit Team: Graeme Eldridge Enya Gu Areeya Ongmongkonkun John Gao CONTENTS |Case Abstract |3 | |History |4 | |Current Situation | | |Performance |5 | |Strategic Position | | |Mission |5 | |Objectives |5 | |Strategy |6 | |Policies |6 | |Corporate Governance | ...
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...Japan’s Motorcycle Wars alexander.indd 1 4/14/2008 9:29:25 PM alexander.indd 2 4/14/2008 9:29:25 PM Jeffrey W. Alexander Japan’s Motorcycle Wars alexander.indd 3 An Industry History 4/14/2008 9:29:25 PM © UBC Press 2008 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, without prior written permission of the publisher, or, in Canada, in the case of photocopying or other reprographic copying, a licence from Access Copyright (Canadian Copyright Licensing Agency), www.accesscopyright.ca. 17 15 14 13 12 11 10 09 08 54321 Printed in Canada with vegetable-based inks on FSC-certified ancient-forest-free paper (100% post-consumer recycled) that is processed chlorine- and acid-free. Library and Archives Canada Cataloguing in Publication Alexander, Jeffrey W. (Jeffrey William), 1972Japan’s motorcycle wars : an industry history / Jeffrey W. Alexander. Includes bibliographical references and index. isbn 978-0-7748-1453-9 1. Motorcycle industry – Japan – History. 2. Motorcycling – Japan – History. I. Title. HD9710.5.J32A43 2008 338.4’762922750952 C2007-907431-6 UBC Press gratefully acknowledges the financial support for our publishing program of the Government of Canada through the Book Publishing Industry Development Program (BPIDP), and of the Canada Council for the Arts, and the British Columbia Arts Council. This book has been...
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...HARLEY-DAVIDSON INSURANCE WE CREATED HARLEY-DAVIDSON INSURANCE FOR ONE REASON—TO MEET THE NEEDS OF EVERY RIDER Harley-Davidson Insurance is designed to protect everything that Harley-Davidson® is built on—you the rider, your Harley-Davidson® motorcycle, freedom, independence and the Harley® way of life. With options ranging from basic liability insurance to full coverage, with protection for additional custom parts and equipment, there is a policy for virtually every rider. And, Harley-Davidson Insurance is available for nearly all makes and models—even other brands of motorcycles. With Harley-Davidson Insurance, you get great coverage along with customer and claims service from representatives who know Harley-Davidson® motorcycles. Enjoy the ride even more with an affordable policy that protects you and your bike the right way. Ride Safe, Harley-Davidson Insurance Services INSURANCE THE HARLEY WAY. ™ www.hdfsi.com GET TO KNOW THE HDFS FAMILY: Harley-Davidson Credit Corp. Harley-Davidson Insurance Harley-Davidson® Extended Service Plan Harley-Davidson™ Debt Protection Plan Harley-Davidson® Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) Plan Harley-Davidson® Visa® Harley-Davidson® Planned Maintenance Program Harley-Davidson® Gift Card ASK YOUR DEALER FOR MORE INFORMATION. Not all products available in all states. Harley-Davidson Insurance, underwritten and managed by The Progressive Group of Insurance Companies, is insurance designed specifically...
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...Davidson is into the industry of motorcycle. The growth of the said industry started from different developed countries such as the United States, France, Germany, Spain, France as well as the Great Britain. It was further developed after the World War II. Harley Davidson is one of those companies that have a long history as well as have been through several ups and downs throughout their operation. During the past operation of the company there have been many factors that have affected their image, performance, position in the market and the global industry, relationship to their customer, and their overall sales. Figure 1 PEST Analysis of Motorcycle Industry’s Past Development Figure 1 shows the four main factors that have affected the past condition of the motorcycle industry. There are four main political factors that have affected the performance of the overall industry. First is the agreement that will be implemented in order to reduce gas. It requires all the producers as well as manufacturer of different motorcycle companies to reduce pollutants by 60% and it was implemented in February 24, 2003. Another important law that is directly connected to the industry of motorcycle is the process of acquiring license; unfortunately, there are some countries who are implementing strict law for the application of license. For example, in Germany, there are separate license that are used exclusively for the motorcycle and car, for those who are carrying...
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...profitable motorcycle manufacturers in the world; a mechanical concern into a global brand; a fast motorcycle into a symbol of Italian design and tradition, extreme performance, and technical excellence. Under Minoli, Ducati had enjoyed explosive growth and profitability. Revenues had quadrupled since 1996; EBITDA had grown from 33.4 million Euros in 1997 to around 60.0 million Euros in 2000; the market share had gone from 5.1% in the sport bikes segment in 1997 to 6.7% in 2000 (see Exhibit 1). Despite this success, Minoli was concerned with the future of the company. He knew that Ducati could not grow indefinitely, and was struggling with what strategy might overtake these bounds. Minoli and the rest of Ducati’s top management team were considering different alternatives. One alternative was to attack Harley Davidson’s niche with a Ducati interpretation of a cruiser. Was this broadening of Ducati’s traditional niche the right move to sustain the profitable growth of the company? The Market for Motorcycles in 2001 The roots of the motorcycle industry date back to 1868, when Louis Perraux installed a steam engine on a rudimentary bicycle. In 1894, the Hildebrand brothers and Alois Wolfmüller produced the first motorcycle with an internal-combustion, two-cylinder gasoline engine. The motorcycle quickly became a cultural icon. As T. Krens, the curator of “The Art of the Motorcycle” exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum in New York, observed: The motorcycle is a perfect...
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...also make the whole process of buying and selling a lot easier. These are the financials involved. We estimate that online portal will cost us around $3 million. With the revenue that we will generate from it, cost of portal will be covered in 341 days. 2) Service Customization As per the recent trend, many clients don’t want full range of auction services. Hence sometimes they bypass auctions and directly contact growers. Taking this into account, we have decided to offer clients what they want. Auctioneers will offer services in the form of bundles. Clients can customize their bundles as per their needs. 3. Situational Analysis 3.1. SWOT Analysis Strengths: * Rich heritage ( Considered America’s original motorcycle company) * Strong brand equity because of snowmobiles and off-road vehicles * Strong supply chain and distribution channel of parent company (Polaris): Polaris' marketing activities are designed to promote and communicate directly with consumers as well as to assist the selling and marketing efforts of its dealers and distributors. The company provides and advertises discount or rebate programs, retail financing or other incentives for its dealers and distributors to remain price competitive in order to accelerate retail sales to consumers and gain market share. Polaris advertises its products directly using print advertising in the industry press and in user group publications, billboards, television and radio. Hence, wide marketing...
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...been for decades, an American icon in the motorcycle industry. Maintaining that level of status is not an easy task to sustain due to other domestic and foreign competitors that are working diligently to become the leading manufacturer of like motorcycles. Understanding the evolution of today’s generation across the globe is crucial to not only the company’s flourishing, but to its survival all together. One of the problems Harley has been facing recently is targeting different demographics of people; two in particular are females and young adults. Harley Davidson initially focused on the military and male population. The design and concepts of the company back then were tailored for this demographic. With the evolution in times and way of thinking, Harley Davidson had to implement products for a wider range of people. They continue to have rigorous competition from sport bike companies and other cruiser-style motorcycle companies as well that offer similar in appearance product at lower quality but more affordable pricing. This makes it difficult for Harley because they want to stay ahead of the competition without decreasing the quality America has grown to love and respect. In order to do this Harley-Davidson Inc. needed to conduct some research. Some of the research questions they had to ask themselves were as follows: What is popular with young adults these days? What types of motorcycles do females prefer? What type of motorcycles do young adults prefer? What is the average...
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...1 SH VIETNAM GROUP Product Analysis Report SH VIETNAM Pham Thu Trang – s3269619 Dinh Thi Huyen Huong – s3255419 Cao Huong Giang – s3275900 Nguyen Phuc Tuan Anh – s3259027 Nguyen Phi Hung – s3258221 Lecturer: Ellen McArthur 2 SH VIETNAM GROUP TABLE OF CONTENT Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................................................ 3 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Company founder and its current status ............................................................................................................................ 4 The company’s principal products ...................................................................................................................................... 4 Major rivals and current situation ...................................................................................................................................... 5 Target Market and Positioning .............................................................................................................................................. 6 Primary target market for SH Vietnam ............................................................................................................................... 6 Potential...
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