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High Parking Fees – Sweden

12th April 2018 by Motorcycleminds Leave a Comment

Sweden - The Federation of European Motorcyclists reports from one of its member organisation, SMC - Swedish Motorcyclists Association that the city of Stockholm has introduced one of the world’s highest parking fees for motorcycles and mopeds, without any kind of investigation or impact assessment for the citizens. This is even though Stockholm City has concluded that motorcycles and mopeds are small vehicles that reduce congestion and are better for the environment. The full report continues: The cost will rise from zero to € 2,000 per year for each vehicle owner … [Read more...]

Theft Awareness Ride – Hull

11th April 2018 by Motorcycleminds 1 Comment

UK –This article highlights motorcycle theft outside of London and promotes a Motorcycle Theft Awareness Ride taking place this weekend – Sunday 15th April 2018 – in Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire. The ride takes en route some of the major hotspots, of not just theft, but anti-social behaviour in Humberside, in other words outside the sphere of London motorcycle thefts, bike jacking and bike enabled crimes. The Theft Awareness Ride main organisers Karl and Sharon Freebury, have the full support of Humberside Police. Working together, the motorcycle community … [Read more...]

Coveted Sturgis Freedom Fighter Award

9th April 2018 by Motorcycleminds Leave a Comment

United States - To be recognised by your peers for the work you carry out must be the best accolade you could receive. Falling into that category is the Motorcycle Riders Federation’s (MRF) Kirk “Hardtail” Willard who this year will be recognised by the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame - www.sturgismuseum.com - as an individual who has made a long-term, positive impact on the motorcycle community. The recognition is via the special award category, designated as The Freedom Fighter Award, the Hall of Fame for this award recognises the sacrifices that … [Read more...]

Competition Essence Of London

3rd April 2018 by Motorcycleminds Leave a Comment

London - Organised by 2Wheels London riders across London have the chance to win a track day for two at the legendary Brands Hatch circuit as part of a new competition which seeks to capture the essence of motorcycling in London. Liz Brooker MBE, chair of 2Wheels London, said: “We’re hoping to engage with more of the Capital’s riders through this competition, and deliver some important safety messages and information along the way. “This competition provides riders with an opportunity to get creative and show off their photography skills – while at the same time … [Read more...]

Sikh Helmet Exemption Canada

1st April 2018 by Motorcycleminds 1 Comment

Alberta – Canada - Last year we wrote that a group of Sikh motorcyclists in the Australian state of New South Wales were seeking an exemption from the mandatory wearing of motorcycle crash helmets. Therefore we went in-depth to find out more about the helmet exemption being sought by Sikhs and the helmet exemptions that already exist around the globe, especially concentrating on the background of the 1976 Sikh helmet exemption in the United Kingdom. News just announced from the Alberta Government in Canada means that Sikh motorcyclists, in that province, have been … [Read more...]

The Riders Representatives Meet

24th March 2018 by Motorcycleminds Leave a Comment

Europe - FIM Europe reports on the Spring meeting of the Working Group held in Rome (Italy) on March 21st and 22nd that brought FEMA (Federation Of Europe Motorcyclists Associations) and FIM Europe together for the benefit of motorcyclists. The group focused on some topics of common interest with the intention of carrying forward the requests of motorcycle users, to bring these to the attention of the European institutions and to raise awareness among as many motorcyclists as possible. FIM Europe reports: FIM Europe and FEMA together in favour of … [Read more...]

Are You Riding London?

21st March 2018 by Motorcycleminds 1 Comment

London - Will you be riding London on the 27th March 2018 at 4.30pm?  We Ride London - are coordinating a rally at Parliament Square to raise awareness with policy makers and the public of the issues affecting riders of motorcycles and scooters in London. We Ride London are encouraging  all riders to attend the demo whether you ride a classic bike, sports bike, adventure bike, cruiser, scooter or the latest retro bike. They say, "All of us are impacted by the policies of Transport for London & the Mayor of London. The only people who can influence change are you, the … [Read more...]

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DROPPING THE PRICE?

In February 2024 we published an article about motorcycle theft, this was then republished in May this year entitled "Motorcycle Theft and Jolly Good Company"

In the last few months there has been a flurry of campaigns and articles by organisations involved in motorcycle lobbying.
Our article covered the issues like legislation and why part of the problem was the lack of adequate security in the manufacture of motorcycles/scooters/mopeds.

It also explained the reasons for theft, amongst which a major issue being theft for spare parts. We all know that motorcycle parts are very expensive, especially OEM parts (original manufacturer parts). Yet none of the lobbying organisations are prepared to challenge the industry to lower their prices as an attempt or even a gesture to discourage thieves from making money out of spare parts. When the lobbying organisations decide to work hand in hand with industry, it compromises their autonomy.

Then there are the "Clubs" like the Motorcycle Crime Reduction Group which are no more than talk shops where the boys (police, manufacturers, insurance companies, security companies, lobby groups etc) all sit round a table, talk a lot, have a cup of tea and biscuits then do nothing until the next meeting.

Ultimately insurers and motorcycle manufacturers don't care. If anything it gives the insurers the opportunity to increase your premiums and scare you into paying higher rates with the premise that your bike is at risk. investigativeresearch.org/documents/The%20Fear%20Industry.pdf

Also to consider that having your bike stolen can give the manufacturers the opportunity to sell more of them. The best you can get from the police is to be told that bike has been shipped to Eastern Europe rather than ending up in an auction house or in a scrap yard to be sold on in pieces.

So how about it MCIA/ACEM - how about you get the manufacturers to drop the prices of OEM spare parts? You never know, it might just make a difference.

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Dropping The Price? Previously we published an article about motorcycle theft “Motorcycle Theft and Jolly Good Company“

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