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As winter creates more hazardous driving conditions for motorcyclists across the UK, it's vital to consider the many dangers that face you every day. Motorcyclists represent only 1% of traffic on Britain's roads however they account for up to 20% of deaths and serious injuries. As a result of the dangers of biking, motorcyclists are 40 times more likely to be killed than car drivers on the road.

In a report by the Road Safety Foundation, the A537 was claimed to be Britain's most dangerous road. The 50km single carriageway has taken the lives of twenty motorcyclists in the past five years. However, other roads across the world have seen far worse motorcycle casualties. Here are three of the worst roads for bikers in the world:

* Skippers Road - New Zealand - This road is so narrow and dangerous that motorcyclists must apply for a permit before they are allowed to attempt travelling across it. Insurance companies deem the road so unsafe that many will not provide cover in the event of an accident. For those who do make it down however, there is the reward of white water rafting or bungee jumping.

* The Trans-Siberian Highway - Russia - The Russian highway which stretches 11,000km from St. Petersburg in the west to Vladivostock in the east is famous for its almost impossible driving conditions, making it extremely unsafe for motorbikes. Most of the road becomes nothing more than a dirt track with no indication where the road starts and ends. During the hot, wet summers, the road can, in places, become an impassable bog which has resulted in a great number of motorcycle accidents.

* New Zealand - Skippers Road - Due to a number of motorbike accidents in previous years, this road is considered too dangerous for the average biker. More experienced motorcyclists can however apply for a permit to travel down to the river where a reward of white water rafting or bungee jumping awaits those who manage to get down.

Reducing the Risk of Motorcycle Accidents

With Britain feeling the bitter cold of the winter weather, it's vital that bikers take extra care on the roads. Here are a few tips to help you be better prepared for the hazardous weather conditions:

* If a motorcycle is your only choice of transport, only travel if the journey is necessary

* Slow down in icy conditions, gently steer and avoid harsh breaking. It can take up to ten times longer to stop when the road is wet or icy.

* Be sure to wear warm, protective gear that is clearly visible to other motorists.

If you are injured in a motorcycle accident that wasn't your fault, contact Precision Claims today. Its experienced team of personal injury lawyers will help you throughout the motorcycle accident claims process. Call Precision on 0844 704 1845 or visit the company's website.