What's stopping you from refreshing your motorcycle skills? Marlborough has a climate, terrain, and proximity to other regions conducive to great motorcycle adventures. With over 2,657 motorcycles registered in Marlborough (at 2 September 2020) it is obvious many people enjoy getting out on their bike. Marlborough riders are smart. They are well aware of their vulnerabilities and know they will bear the brunt of the impact in the event of a crash because their vehicle offers far less protection than other vehicles. Riders know the challenges for motorcyclists Two wheels are obviously much less stable than four wheels. Potholes, oil slicks, loose gravel, debris, and uneven road surface are major hazards Motorcycles present a narrow front-on view, so are far less visible to other road users Other road users are more distracted than ever because of cellphone use Here is one thing riders can do to manage the challenges Go on one or more ACC Ride Forever courses in Marlborough to upskill or learn new skills that can make the ride more stable, manage the copious roading issues that seem to come out of nowhere, and help with defensive riding when other road users "just didn't see" them. Riders who have completed at least one Ride Forever course are at least 27% less likely to place an ACC claim. Key Statistics for DSI injury motorcycle crashes in Marlborough 2016-2020 35 death or serious injury (DSI) crashes A motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in 43% of the crashes Loss of control or head-on is the crash type in 57% of the crashes 94% light conditions and 86% dry conditions 60% on weekdays Register for a Ride Forever course now Ridetolive.co.nz is a Te Tauihu (Top of the South) website focusing on rider road safety and provides all the dates for training in Marlborough. You can book your Ride Forever Courses through this website and take advantage of subsidies and other promotions that mean your training is free if you live in Te Tauihu. Need more information or help, email Robyn Blackburn at Council on robyn.blackburn@marlborough.govt.nz. RIDETOLIVE Register for your Training Subsidy REGISTER NOW GIVEAWAY MARLBOROUGH We have Motorcycle packs to giveaway to Marlborough Express readers this month. Pack includes: Ride Forever neck warmers, pens, stand pucks, and cleaning cloths CALL INTO THE MARLBOROUGH EXPRESS OFFICE TO COLLECT ROAD SAFETY What's stopping you from refreshing your motorcycle skills? Marlborough has a climate, terrain, and proximity to other regions conducive to great motorcycle adventures. With over 2,657 motorcycles registered in Marlborough (at 2 September 2020) it is obvious many people enjoy getting out on their bike. Marlborough riders are smart. They are well aware of their vulnerabilities and know they will bear the brunt of the impact in the event of a crash because their vehicle offers far less protection than other vehicles. Riders know the challenges for motorcyclists Two wheels are obviously much less stable than four wheels. Potholes, oil slicks, loose gravel, debris, and uneven road surface are major hazards Motorcycles present a narrow front-on view, so are far less visible to other road users Other road users are more distracted than ever because of cellphone use Here is one thing riders can do to manage the challenges Go on one or more ACC Ride Forever courses in Marlborough to upskill or learn new skills that can make the ride more stable, manage the copious roading issues that seem to come out of nowhere, and help with defensive riding when other road users "just didn't see" them. Riders who have completed at least one Ride Forever course are at least 27% less likely to place an ACC claim. Key Statistics for DSI injury motorcycle crashes in Marlborough 2016-2020 35 death or serious injury (DSI) crashes A motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in 43% of the crashes Loss of control or head-on is the crash type in 57% of the crashes 94% light conditions and 86% dry conditions 60% on weekdays Register for a Ride Forever course now Ridetolive.co.nz is a Te Tauihu (Top of the South) website focusing on rider road safety and provides all the dates for training in Marlborough. You can book your Ride Forever Courses through this website and take advantage of subsidies and other promotions that mean your training is free if you live in Te Tauihu. Need more information or help, email Robyn Blackburn at Council on robyn.blackburn@marlborough.govt.nz. RIDETOLIVE Register for your Training Subsidy REGISTER NOW GIVEAWAY MARLBOROUGH We have Motorcycle packs to giveaway to Marlborough Express readers this month. Pack includes: Ride Forever neck warmers, pens, stand pucks, and cleaning cloths CALL INTO THE MARLBOROUGH EXPRESS OFFICE TO COLLECT ROAD SAFETY