Big changes are on the horizon for motorcyclists in the UK! With a new Road Safety Strategy aimed at making riding safer while preserving the thrill, the focus is on reducing road deaths significantly by 2035. Expect an upgraded training experience that emphasizes real skills, better road conditions with billions

Young people deserve better support in the UK. Improving the safety of young riders is an urgent issue that demands immediate attention. One alarming statistic reveals that 40% of young motorcycle rider fatalities involve underage individuals. It is crucial to find ways to lessen the risks associated with riding without

In a disappointing UK budget for motorcyclists, the Chancellor’s fuel duty cut is overshadowed by a mere £500m for pothole repairs amidst a £16bn need. With rising vehicle excise duties and National Insurance contributions, the motorcycle market faces bleak prospects. As riders grapple with increased costs and reduced sales, the

Learning to ride a motorcycle is an exhilarating journey, but can you really do it alone? The myth that self-learning is sufficient can lead to dangerous consequences. Without proper guidance, you risk developing bad habits, missing crucial safety techniques, and facing increased accident risks. Discover the significant advantages of guided

If you don’t ride in poor conditions, you are unlikely to cope when they arise. Riding in fog can be daunting, but with the right preparation and mindset, it can also be an exhilarating challenge. Discover essential tips on how to stay warm, visible, and safe while navigating through the

There is nothing quite like the thrill of the open road, where the rush of adrenaline and the wind in your hair create an exhilarating sense of freedom. Riding a motorcycle is more than just a mode of transportation; it’s a transformative journey that can change your life in profound

Braking on a motorcycle is a vital skill that can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency. Shockingly, crash investigators found that about 50% of riders skid and fall when trying to brake, while 30% don’t brake at all! With only half of bikers able to stop

A week is a long time in biking, and with the UK elections approaching on July 4, 2024, major motorcycling organisations are making their voices heard. From calls for graduated driving licenses to a review of rural road safety, the IAM RoadSmart is urging political parties to unite for safer

When it comes to road safety and young people, everyone has an opinion. It doesn’t help when you base your reasoning for change on complaints from constituents, about speeding drivers, high performance rental vehicles, off-road motorbikes, quad bikes, dangerous parking and reckless driving. Parliament is currently debating changes to the

Young People Need Motorcycles In a time when life is getting more expensive, it is a little surprising that motorcycle sales have declined. When you chat with young people about motorcycles, you get all sorts of reasons why they haven’t tried riding. Most haven’t even sat on one. It’s time