BRAKING, STABILITY AND HANDLING OF MOTORCYCLES

A review of the literature relating to braking stability and handling of motorcycles was undertaken. Evidence of relationships between motorcycle characteristics and accidents was sought. Anecdotal evidence of operational problems published in user magazines was also reviewed. experimental and analytical investigations of motorcycle dynamics, and the effects of accessories, tyres and machine modifications, was surveyed. Problem areas were identified and priorities for further research recommended.

• Corporate Authors:

  Melbourne University, Australia

  Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering
  Parkville, Victoria 3052,   Australia 

  Department of Transport, Australia

  Office of Road Safety, P.O. Box 594
  Canberra, A.C.T. 2601,   Australia 
• Authors:
  • Juniper, R G
  • Good, M C
• Publication Date: 1983-8

Media Info

• Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: 146 p.

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Braking; Crash causes; Driving; Handling characteristics; Mechanical stability; Motor vehicles; Motorcycles; Tires; Vehicle design; Vehicle dynamics
• Uncontrolled Terms: Accessories
• Subject Areas: Design; Highways; Safety and Human Factors; Vehicles and Equipment; I91: Vehicle Design and Safety;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00393994
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Report/Paper Numbers: CR 29, HS-037 847
• Contract Numbers: AC07-76ID01570
• Files: HSL, TRIS, ATRI, USDOT
• Created Date: Jun 30 1985 12:00AM