Reasons for Riding Motorcycles and Taking Risky Behaviors: A Qualitative Study

Abstract

Introduction: Motorcycling is a risky activity and motorcyclists are vulnerable to road accidents. The behavior of motorcyclists is a significant factor of accident. Unfortunately there is little information regarding social and mental characteristics of motorcyclists which lead to the accident. The purpose of this study was to gain an in-depth qualitative understanding of reasons for riding a motorcycle and taking risky behaviors in Iranian motorcyclists.