The Hurt Report found that vehicle failure accounted for only 3 % of all motorcycle accidents, most of which were caused by punctured tires. (banvillelaw.com)
Concern: If a broken front coil spring contacts the front tire / s it could puncture the tire resulting in a blow out and dramatically increasing the risk of a motor vehicle crash. (bestride.com)
They will also deflect any sharp objects that would ordinarily puncture a tire and rendering it out of commission. (babygearsguide.com)