Bikesafe launches new website
BIKESAFE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE TO ‘BRIDGE THE GAP’ WITH POST-TEST TRAINING AND ENHANCED RIDER SAFETY BikeSafe is launching its refreshed new website www.bikesafe.co.uk (13 September 2010) to provide a more interactive site that for the first time offers a streamlined web booking service and most importantly will help to monitor the links... [Continue reading...]
MCI criticises Government over electric car grants
The Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) has today criticised the Government for ignoring electric motorcycles, scooters and mopeds in the newly announced ‘Plug in Car Grant’ Transport Secretary Philip Hammond confirmed on July 28th that from next year, motorists will be entitled to a ‘Plug-In Car Grant’ of up to £5,000. However, the... [Continue reading...]
RideSafe BackSafe joins the MCIA
RideSafe BackSafe has recently joined the Motorcycle Industry Association as an Associate Group The North West-based road safety initiative already works closely with motorcycle dealerships and biking event organisers in the region, to promote voluntary post-test training and the benefits of wearing the right protective clothing and it is hoped... [Continue reading...]
A package that needs improving: MCI verdict on UK Governments proposals for motorcyclists
The Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) has today called for motorcycle training and not arbitrary tests to be the long-term goal for the motorcycle licensing regime MCI makes this call as the Government announces new measures on rider testing, training, examination and licensing which are being introduced as a result of European regulations.... [Continue reading...]
MCI concerns about new motorcycle test vindicated by Parliament
The Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) has today welcomed the publication of a report by the influential Parliamentary Transport Select Committee (TSC) on the new European motorcycle test The test, which was introduced early in 2009 as a result of European regulations, has been widely criticised by the industry, trainers and riders groups. Implementation... [Continue reading...]
MCI says get on in National Motorcycle Week-July 2010
The MCI is saying ‘Get On’ during National Motorcycle Week 2010 which runs from 18-24 July 2010. As the preparation for National Motorcycle Week gets under way we have already had the opportunity to introduce over 7,000 new people to the exciting experience of getting on two-wheels through the national ‘Get On’ campaign and want to encourage... [Continue reading...]
MCI celebrates centenary in 2010 as motorcycle industry adds billions to UK economy
The Motor Cycle Industry is pleased to announce it will be celebrating its centenary year in 2010 as research reveals motorcycling supports almost £3billion in added value to the UK In this centenary year the industry will continue on behalf of its members to ensure that motorcycles and scooters achieve their rightful place in the transport mix. Growing... [Continue reading...]
MCI Comment On Road Casualty Results For Great Britain 2008
UK motorcycle casualty figures show welcome drop from 2007 Describing these results as “a great achievement by everyone involved in motorcycle safety” the Motor Cycle Industry (MCI) welcomed the news that almost one hundred fewer motorcyclists were killed on Britain’s roads in 2008 than in 2007. 493 motorcyclists were killed... [Continue reading...]
UK Motorcycle Industry Calls On Government To Boost Market Confidence In Two Wheelers
Motorcycle registrations dropped by 25 per cent in February 2009 The UK motorcycle industry is asking government to suspend vehicle excise duty (VED or road tax) and the first registration fee on all new mopeds, scooters and motorcycles for a minimum of one year to support the market and recognise the green advantages of motorcycling. A tax holiday... [Continue reading...]
U.K. Motorcycle Market Down 7.3 Percent In January
481 fewer motorcycle registrations in January 2009 Powered two-wheeler (PTW) registrations in January were 7.3 per cent down on the same month last year. Figures released by the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCI) show a total of 6,114 motorcycles, scooters and mopeds were registered – 481 fewer than in January 2008. Motorcycle registrations... [Continue reading...]