by Winnie Ip, CPE
Though you can read a lot about motorcycle safety, it’s not often you come across motorcycle ergonomics.
Using Anthropometrics to Find the Right Fit
In my quest to find a new bike, I found a neat website, Cycle-Ergo, that uses human anthropometrics to help you determine riding posture (knee and forward lean angle) for any motorcycle or scooter.
Customize Your Riding Position
The simulator gives you options to customize:
- Rider Dimensions: Stature (height) and Inseam
- Vehicle Customization: Handlebar rise, Handlebar pull-back, Seat rise
- Additional Options: Metric values, Feet on/off ground, Center image on seat, Arm Straightness, Placement on seat (center/front/back)
Looks like the Ducati Monster might work for me after all.
Happy (and safe) riding season to all!
Take a Smarter Approach to Ergonomics at Work
The same basic principle applies in the workplace: understanding how people interact with their environment can help you identify ergonomic risks and make informed improvements.
VelocityEHS Ergonomics software helps you assess ergonomic risk and build a more proactive ergonomics process. Explore our Ergonomics solution to see how you can make assessments easier and help protect your people.
