Wellington County OPP remind motorists to share the road and be courteous as they mark World Motorcycle Day.
OPP are highlighting the importance of safety as more motorcycles take to the roads for the season.
OPP remind drivers to watch for motorcycles, and be aware of brake or signal lights which may be harder to see due to their size.
Meantime, a pick up truck that pulled out to pass in Wellington North almost had a head on crash with a Wellington OPP officer riding a fully marked OPP motorcycle Friday morning.
The officer braked hard and took evasive action as the 2012 Ford approached in the south bound lane of Wellington road 6 near Wellington Road 5.
The ford swerved back into the north bound lane, lost control, hit the gravel and landed in the east ditch.
The driver was asked to take a roadside screening test.
28 year old Mapleton Township man is charged with impaired driving and driving without a valid permit .
The Insurance Bureau of Canada uses World motorcycle day to promote awareness of the two wheeled vehicles on the roads.
"Motorcycle sales are increasing in Canada, and all drivers must be aware of the role they play in keeping the roads safe," said Steve Kee, Director of Media and Digital Communications for Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), and a motorcycle enthusiast.
"One day last fall, I was cut off by an SUV who I believe was distracted," he continued. "I lost control of my bike and slid for about 50 feet. The bike was a write-off. The whole situation was very scary." Steve talks about the accident in an IBC video.
"I tell everyone who drives – whether in a car or truck, or on a motorcycle – to keep distractions to a minimum. Your eyes must be on the road at all times for your safety and the safety of those around you."
