BikeSafe is an initiative run by Police Forces around the United Kingdom who work with the whole of the biking world to help to lower the number of motorcycle rider casualties. By passing on their knowledge, skills and experience, police motorcyclists can help you become a safer more competent rider. BikeSafe is run locally by Devon and Cornwall Police.
They help you to increase your ability and confidence, so you can get even more enjoyment from riding your motorcycle.
The BikeSafe initiative is a nationwide plan of action to reduce the number of motorcycle accident casualties by promoting safer riding.
Statistics show that the use of motorcycles over recent years has changed considerably. What was a relatively inexpensive mode of transport is now a recreational pursuit enjoyed by people who are from the professional classes. The age of riders has changed from a profile which included those in their late teens and early twenties to one which reflects an older following increasingly over thirty years of age.
The sales of motorcycles has increased dramatically over the past five years.
The campaign focuses on taking the Bike Safe display units to the venues popular with motorcyclists. The display units is set up and staffed by police motorcyclists who mix with the motorcyclists offering advice on machine maintenance and Roadcraft. Riders are able to have their riding assessed by police and other advanced motorcyclists who observe their riding over road routes.
Every rider receives positive feedback and encouragement to take up advanced training with either the Institute of Advanced Motorists or professional trainers in the private sector or to visit a 'rider skill shop' coordinated by the police.
Since the project started thousands have taken part in Assessment Rides and Rider Skills Workshops.
For further information about BikeSafe nationally and locally you can visit the following sites:
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