Following the launch of the European-wide motorcycle industry road safety strategy, the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA) is urging all riders to consider enhancing their skills through advanced rider training.
The strategy, published by ACEM, covers advanced safety technology and future connectivity. It also goes beyond the vehicle, encouraging riders to partake in high quality post-licence training.
As the sector continues to face growing scrutiny over its road safety record, the MCIA says it is essential that riders not only wear high-quality protective clothing but also commit to becoming the best and safest riders they can be.
It is signposting riders to the Elite Rider Hub, a platform which ‘makes it easy for motorcyclists to find expert training providers in their area’.
Tony Campbell, MCIA chief executive, said: “Motorcycling is under constant pressure to improve its road safety record, and it’s vital that we, as a sector, do all we can to address this.
“While riders and the industry are stepping up, we will also be pressing the Government and road safety organisations to take more action. Specifically, we are urging the DfT to take a fresh look at how other road users are trained in hazard perception, with the goal of making roads safer for all vulnerable users – including motorcyclists.
“We hope the upcoming Road Safety Strategy not only includes strong provisions for motorcycle safety but also proposes bold and effective measures. These should support motorcycling rather than discourage it, and avoid portraying motorcyclists as solely responsible for road safety challenges.”
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