Despite evident protective value of motorcycle personal protective equipment (PPE), no research has
assessed
considerations
behind
its uptake
in
UK riders. A cross-sectional online questionnaire design
was
employed, with riders (n = 268) recruited from online motorcycle forums. Principal component anal-
ysis
found
four
PPE
behavioural
outcomes. Theoretical factors of intentions, attitudes, injunctive and
descriptive
subjective norms, risk perceptions, anticipated regret, benefits and habit were also identified
for
further
analysis.
High
motorcycle
jacket, trousers and boots wear, middling high-visibility wear
and
low non-Personal Protective Equipment wear were found. Greater intentions, anticipated regret and
perceived
benefits
were
significantly
associated with increased motorcycle jacket, trousers and boots
wear,
with habit presence and scooter use significantly associated with increased high-visibility wear.
Lower
intentions,
anticipated
regret and risk perceptions, being female, not holding a car licence and
urban
riding were significantly associated with increased non-PPE wear. A need for freedom of choice
and
mixed
attitudes
towards
PPE use were evident in additional comments. PPE determinants in this
sample
provide a preliminary basis for future uptake interventions. Larger scale and qualitative research
is
needed
to
further investigate relevant constructs.