Motorcyclist offers safety tips
When he hits the countryside on his motorcycle, McDonough resident Phil Piotrowski, 61, said he loves the sense of freedom that overcomes him.
"The freedom - it's just a getaway from everything, it just relaxes me," Piotrowski said. "It feels great!"
However, when he does go riding, Piotrowski said safety is a precaution he always tries to exercise.
That is why, as an experienced motorcyclist, he has taken a rider course over the years to help him brush up on his skills.
"It's a very valuable course," said Piotrowski, who is chapter educator for the Gold Wing Road Riders Association Georgia Chapter A in McDonough. The GWRRA Georgia Chapter A holds motorcycle safety events at least once a year.
Georgia State Patrol Trooper First Class Larry Schnall said riding a motorcycle in metro Atlanta can be dangerous, and that more motorcyclists should exercise safety measures.
"There is a significant number of motorcycle accidents on Georgia roads," Schnall said. "And something novice riders and experience riders need to keep in mind is that one accident, regardless of how low the speed may be, could paralyze, cripple or kill them."
Schnall pointed out that many accidents involving motorcyclists are speed-related.
"There are clearly too many inexperienced drivers on motorcycles attempting to operate them as though they are on a racetrack," Schnall said.
Piotrowski agreed with Schnall, saying there are a lot of irresponsible motorcyclists on the roads. That is why he has offered safety tips for people to follow to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable ride.
Piotrowski advises people to take lessons either through the Georgia State Patrol's Motorcycle Safety Program or with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Next, he recommends dressing properly.
"The leather isn't for decoration, it's got some use to it," said Piotrowski, adding leather has been the old staple for riding gear. "If you're gong to hit the ground, the leather's going to wear out instead of your skin."
Thirdly, Piotrowski suggests using common sense.
"You may be on two wheels and able to fit in a lot smaller places, but you have to obey the same rules and regulations as people with four wheels and 18 wheels," Piotrowski said.
For more information on the GWRRA Georgia Chapter A, call (770) 473-1316 or (770) 954-1924. To contact the Georgia State Patrol Post 47 Motorcycle Safety Program, call (404) 669-2950 or (800) 245-4410.
"The freedom - it's just a getaway from everything, it just relaxes me," Piotrowski said. "It feels great!"
However, when he does go riding, Piotrowski said safety is a precaution he always tries to exercise.
That is why, as an experienced motorcyclist, he has taken a rider course over the years to help him brush up on his skills.
"It's a very valuable course," said Piotrowski, who is chapter educator for the Gold Wing Road Riders Association Georgia Chapter A in McDonough. The GWRRA Georgia Chapter A holds motorcycle safety events at least once a year.
Georgia State Patrol Trooper First Class Larry Schnall said riding a motorcycle in metro Atlanta can be dangerous, and that more motorcyclists should exercise safety measures.
"There is a significant number of motorcycle accidents on Georgia roads," Schnall said. "And something novice riders and experience riders need to keep in mind is that one accident, regardless of how low the speed may be, could paralyze, cripple or kill them."
Schnall pointed out that many accidents involving motorcyclists are speed-related.
"There are clearly too many inexperienced drivers on motorcycles attempting to operate them as though they are on a racetrack," Schnall said.
Piotrowski agreed with Schnall, saying there are a lot of irresponsible motorcyclists on the roads. That is why he has offered safety tips for people to follow to ensure they have a safe and enjoyable ride.
Piotrowski advises people to take lessons either through the Georgia State Patrol's Motorcycle Safety Program or with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Next, he recommends dressing properly.
"The leather isn't for decoration, it's got some use to it," said Piotrowski, adding leather has been the old staple for riding gear. "If you're gong to hit the ground, the leather's going to wear out instead of your skin."
Thirdly, Piotrowski suggests using common sense.
"You may be on two wheels and able to fit in a lot smaller places, but you have to obey the same rules and regulations as people with four wheels and 18 wheels," Piotrowski said.
For more information on the GWRRA Georgia Chapter A, call (770) 473-1316 or (770) 954-1924. To contact the Georgia State Patrol Post 47 Motorcycle Safety Program, call (404) 669-2950 or (800) 245-4410.
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