- In Illinois, 81 percent of motorcycle fatalities were persons not wearing helmets. Thirty-eight percent (38%) of the crash fatalities involved riders with a BAC of .08 or higher.
- Helmets saved the lives of 1,784 motorcyclists nationally in 2007.
- If all motorcyclists had worn helmets, an additional 800 lives could have been saved.
- Motorcycle helmets are estimated to be 37% effective in preventing fatal injuries.
- 20 states plus the District of Columbia require helmet use for all motorcyclists.
- 3 states do not require helmet use for drivers or passengers. These states are Illinois, Iowa and New Hampshire.
Sources:
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Insurance Institue on Highway Safety
Traffic Safety December 2008 |
