LOCAL AUTHORITIES SET TO ignore BIKES

Urgent action is now required - to ensure motorcycles remain in local transport plans!

All UK local authorities are required to submit their local transport plans by 31st July 2000. Many have already been consulting with their biking communities, with highly positive results, such as bus lane trials, motorcycling strategies, allocated and secure parking and many other biker friendly policies. However, more than half are yet to consult, and unless they receive input from their local riders, are set to overlook the benefits of the powered two-wheeler completely. Please ensure you are in contact with your local authorities, or face a miserable five years without positive change.

On a happier note, this year's Ride to Work day is set to be the biggest and best ever, with full support from both the UK motorcycle industry and motorcycling press. Why not use this great opportunity to promote biking in your area?

Many other events, including 'Biker Power 2000' and the annual MEP Ride are planned for this summer, so let's celebrate our freedoms and get out there and enjoy the British summer by being part of this resurgence in motorcycling.