While wandering around the internet, Facebook to be exact, we came across a question on the Moto Riders Universe group page, (a group that has nearly 150,000 members), which was, “What is the hump for on a motorcycle jacket? I'm looking all over forums everywhere and some people are saying it's for aerodynamics or protection, while some say both and others say it barely effects either.” While most replies indicated that the hump was an aerodynamic “feature” first mainly used by riders that race in high speed competition, a few suggested that they were a safety feature, … [Read more...]
Full Kontroll – Full Control
Norway - "Full Kontroll" - Full Control a book from the Nowegian riders organisation - Norsk Motorcykkel Union - NMCU - which looks at the overall perspective of how to become a good rider has moved from its paper and downloadable pdf versions to a series of films on Youtube Although the films are only available in Norwegian at this time, the Full Control book - is available in English - updated in 2013 - the book is written by motorcyclists and includes sections that assess the road, traffic, motorcycles, equipment and accessories. The language is clear and easy to … [Read more...]
The Motorcycle Helmet Law
United Kingdom - It is that time of year when annual tribute rides take place organised by the Motorcycle Action Group (MAG UK) to commemorate Fred Hill, who made it his mission not to recognise the 1973 motorcycle compulsory helmet law introduced in the UK by Parliament. Fred refused to wear a helmet which led to him being fined on numerous occasions, which he did not pay because of his convictions, thus ending up in prison. MAG UK backed Fred throughout his campaign and named him their "Freedom Fighter" as he campaigned against the helmet law and for the freedom of … [Read more...]
EU Lobbying – Comfort
Europe - FIM Europe reports that their representatives met in Brussels at the European Parliament to discuss motorcycling issues - sporting and non-sporting - with MEP Mr Wim Van De Camp Mr Martin de Graaff - FIM Europe -1st Deputy President - was instrumental in arranging the meeting which took place on 2nd February at the premises of the European Parliament. Mr Wim van de Camp is a well-respected Member of the European Parliament since 2009 (member of the Committee on Transport and Tourism – – PPE coordinator - substitute member of the Committee on International … [Read more...]
FIM Europe – Analysing Motorcycling
As road going motorcyclists we are well aware of the rider organisations that represent their members in various countries, which include those that work together, especially in Europe to promote, protect and preserve motorcycling. While we report and comment on these organisations, one that you might not be familiar with is, (although we do put their “stuff” up) the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) – Europe – FIM Europe. You may be familiar with the FIM as the global governing/sanctioning body of motorcycle racing but not the work of FIM Europe (in the … [Read more...]
Thank You European Union
Motorcycling is alive and well – thanks to the European Union! This article never made it onto Motorcycle Minds during the run up to the United Kingdom (England - Scotland - Wales - Northern Ireland) EU referendum. We think it is well worth another look and update it with some fresh information and thoughts after the "Brexit" results. EU Referendum and U.K. Motorcycling Trevor and I (Motorcycle Minds) have been watching the EU referendum debate over the last few weeks and as the date to vote draws near, we have decided to “come out” with our position regarding the … [Read more...]
Riders’ Rights or Riders’ Wrongs
Almost a year has passed since I wrote an article about riders' rights organisations on Linkedin. The article looks at the worth of established organisations are their decreasing membership and received quite alot of attention from around the world. In light of recent events in London with groups being set up - such as We Ride London and the UK Motorcycle Theft Protest, the article below seems as relevant today as it was a year ago. In other words - established organisations are in constant search of members so that they can exist - but aren't necessarily providing … [Read more...]
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