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Why are so many motorcyclists dying on our roads?

Motorcycle accidents are on the rise in Victoria, the reasons are yet unknown.
Motorcycle accidents are on the rise in Victoria, the reasons are yet unknown.

In just over three months, almost as many motorcyclists have died on Victoria's roads as in all of 2015. Today, the number has risen to 26, and there seems to be no end in sight. The victims represent all parts of society, among them were inexperienced riders, but also some with decades of experience. The only thing they have in common is their gender, they were all men.


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By Oliver Heuthe, Maria Schaller

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In just over three months, almost as many motorcyclists have died on Victoria's roads as in all of 2015. Today, the number has risen to 26, and there seems to be no end in sight. The victims represent all parts of society, among them were inexperienced riders, but also some with decades of experience. The only thing they have in common is their gender, they were all men.


The interview was recorded when the road toll in Victoria still stood at 24. Unfortunately, the number has risen yet again.


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