The Ontario Provincial Police advise that May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month.
They are working to curb last year’s spike in motorcyclist fatalities on OPP patrolled roads.
It marked a tragic riding season and the highest number of motorcyclist deaths since 2017 with 44 losing their lives in collisions.
Failing to yield the right of way, excessive speed and inattentive driving are among the leading contributing factors in OPP investigated motorcyclist fatalities over the past decade.
The OPP is reminding motorists to be responsible, defensive, and alcohol and drug free through the riding season.
Motorcyclists are reminded to wear bright, protective equipment and clothing to increase their visibility to others.