CALGARY- The first motorcycle-related fatality of the year has sparked reminders about how to make Calgary roads safer for everyone.
24-year-old Yedu Dayal was test riding a friend’s bike in Panorama on Saturday night, when he lost control and hit a light standard. He passed away in hospital.
Police say excessive speed was a factor in the crash, as well as loose gravel.
“This has been something that we see almost every year,” says Insp. Ken Thrower from the Calgary Police Service. “It’s very unfortunate that these situations occur.”
He adds bikers need to be careful, especially during spring.
“You’ve got to be so mindful. It’s not like riding in July or August when you do have the grip for the tires.”
Motorcycle instructors say it can take a while for riders to adjust, coming off of a long winter without riding. It doesn’t help that other motorists aren’t always keeping an eye out for bikes.
“A lot of people will forget to do their shoulder checking, or they’re doing something that distracts them from paying attention to what’s going on the road,” explains Diane Wild from Shaganappi Motorsports.
Motorcyclists are urged to tune up on their skills, by attending a course that typically includes both classroom and on road instruction.
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