Recently I have noticed a great number of motorcyclist following at unsafe distances to other riders or cagers. Failing to follow at a safe distance is a recipe for disaster, as it leaves almost no time to judge, or take evasive action, should the need arise. Below is a chart of how many feet per second your bike is traveling depending on your speed. As you study the numbers I think you will be amazed how quickly the pavement passes under us. Ride smart! Ride safe!

5 mph = 7.3 ft/s
10 mph = 14.6 ft/s
20 mph = 29.9 ft/s
30 mph = 44 ft/s
45 mph = 66 ft/s
50 mph = 73.3 ft/s
55 mph = 80 ft/s
60 mph = 88 ft/s
70 mph = 102 ft/s
80 mph = 117 ft/s
90 mph = 132 ft/s
100 mph = 146 ft/s
120 mph = 176 ft/s
145 mph = 212 ft/s

Tags: , stopping distances

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