Rapid motorcyclists on panoramic road: the police are alarm

Rapid motorcyclists on panoramic road: the police are alarm

Speed measurements on Panorama Straße illustrate the challenges of motorcycling in the Cochem-Zell region.

Photo: Daniel Karmann/picture Alliance/dpa (symbolic photo)

The panoramic road at Cochem attracts many motorcyclists, but not all of them are aware of the risks that ride quickly. A recently carried out speed check shows that frenzied bikers are a serious problem for residents and traffic safety.

New speed limit brings challenge for motorcyclists

On Sunday afternoon, the Cochem police inspection carried out a speed control on the B 259, which is regularly known for its surveillance. Residents often report too fast motorcycles that race through the area. This not only ensures noise, but also often leads to dangerous situations and accidents.

The consequences for a national motorcyclist

A motorcyclist who passed the measuring point at 103 km/h exceeds the speed limit of 50 km/h. As a result, he has to do without his motorcycle for a month. Instead, he is obliged to switch to public transport or a bike. In addition, he is expecting a fine of 320 euros and two points in the Flensburg traffic offices.

speed limits as a protective measure

The compliance with speed limits is not only a legal requirement, but also an important security measure. The police have repeatedly emphasized that excessive speed increases the likelihood of accidents and endangers both the drivers themselves and other road users.

public reaction and the way forward

The reactions to the speed measurements are mixed. While some residents advocate control to ensure more security, others believe that increased education for motorcyclists would be better. In the future, informative campaigns or security training for bikers could be a way to raise awareness of the risk of speed overrun.

conclusion: a reminder for all road users

The incident is a clear sign that fast driving on the panoramic road is not only punished, but also a danger to the community. A prudent use of the traffic rules could help increase security for everyone and to avoid brutal accidents.

- Nag