It’s tragic to know that while motorcycles make up only around 1% of road traffic, in 2021 they accounted for 20% of road fatalities and 12% of road casualties in Great Britain. To help change these statistics, the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) held a National Motorcycle Safety Week from 3-9 April, with the main...
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One in five UK roads could be undriveable within the next five years because of potholes, experts have claimed.
And while this is a major headache for cars and vans, it is potentially life threatening for motorcyclists. A survey in 2022 by MCN Compare found that one in five motorcyclists had had an accident or sustained damage to their bike as a result of hitting a pothole, and the Motorcycle Action Group’s own survey...
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Riders urged to go beyond basic training
Motorcyclists of all ages and abilities are being encouraged to take part in further training to improve their skills.
Drivers urged to ‘look closer’ for motorbikes
Drivers in Greater Manchester are being urged to ‘look closer’ to help keep cyclists and motorcyclists safe, especially at junctions.
Campaign to shine a light on motorcycle safety
This year’s National Motorcycle Safety Week will focus on bike maintenance and PPE in the context of the cost-of-living crisis.
Motorcycle decarbonisation: ‘one size does not fit all’
Two of the motorcycle industry’s leading players met with the Government this week to push the case for a “more sensible and holistic approach” to the path towards net zero.
Electric motorbikes showcased on The Apprentice
“Today, people are turning to new technology to help them make greener choices – and one market that has seen a speedy rise is electric motorbikes.”
“One mindless moment can have potentially disastrous consequences”
A ‘thought-provoking’ campaign is encouraging motorists in Greater Manchester to stay focused while on the road by avoiding distractions.
Potholes “a huge risk” to rider safety
The RAC fears motorists across the country will soon be “plagued by a plethora of potholes” – presenting a “true road safety danger”, especially for those on two wheels.
2022 “another great year” for motorcycling
Registration statistics for 2022 show the growing importance and key role the motorcycle sector will play as the transport ecosystem evolves.