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Congratulations to the 'special road markings on bends' initiative from KFV. Research has shown that motorcycle riders often ride too close to the centre line on left-hand bends, especially when poor visibility increases the risk of collisions and loss of control.
To improve safety, the project aimed to reduce these risks by introducing additional W-shaped road markings next to the centre line. These markings guide riders away from the centre, preventing them from leaning into oncoming traffic. Since the implementation of these markings, injury crashes on such bends have decreased by 80%.
This measure is effective because it is intuitive and easy for riders to follow, requires no additional training, can be applied in various road conditions, and has been widely accepted by motorcyclists. The project has significantly improved road safety for motorcycle riders by addressing specific risky behaviour with a targeted solution.
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