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
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
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
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
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...]
IMMA – Technical Officer – Engineer
International - We have just picked up from IMMA - International Motorcycle Manufacturers Association website that the organisation, located in Geneva Switzerland are looking for a Technical Officer, a new position at the secretariat to support its increasing activity-level. What is IMMA? Motorcycle Minds Trevor Baird says, "I am aware of IMMA, having in the past worked with IMMA at the UNECE (United Nations Economic Commission for Europe) at the World Forum for Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP29) and Global Forum for Road Traffic Safety (WP1) as the … [Read more...]
Struggling For Good News
Motorcycle Minds - We are are struggling to find positive news outside the sphere of London - don't hesitate to get in touch to get your "good news" featured! Contact us - Here So in the meantime here is a happy picture! … [Read more...]
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