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 analysis
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.