GREAT ROADS - GREAT BIKE - GREAT RIDER?


We have the roads, you have the bike but do you have the riding skills to match. As the song goes "Two out of three ain't bad", but unless you have the riding skills to match your bike your are asking for a spill.


Bikes are faster, handle better and look great. However, a top-class bike deserves a top-class rider. By learning important skills you stand a better chance of keeping your machine shiny side up.

To address this problem, why not book onto a Bikesafe skills workshop:

North Yorkshire Police is again offering motorcycle workshops as part of the force' s continuing drive to reduce road casualties, supported by the York and North Yorkshire Road Safety Partnership "95 Alive".

Sgt Mason, the force's Bikesafe Co-ordinator, said: "It is a well-known fact that very few riders appreciate the need or are willing to pay for further training once passing their DSA bike test. We aim to bridge the gap between that basic skill level and the kind of further training that enables riders to combine tremendous enjoyment with a much higher level of personal safety."

£50 will secure your place on the workshop. The majority of motorcyclists who hold a full bike licence will benefit from the workshop and are very welcome.

The workshop consists of two modules and takes place at Vale House, Thirsk Industrial Park, Thirsk YO7 3BX:

Module One (9.30am - 12pm)
This is an informal presentation involving the use of an interactive Bikesafe DVD. This workshop will look at the essentials such as improving observation skills, slow speed control and how to position and read bends correctly. Statistics show that failure to negotiate bends is a significant factor in collision causation. Riders will leave the workshop with the skills enabling them to enjoy bends rather than guessing how tight they are! If you have any questions about riding, we will answer them.
Lunch (12pm - 1pm) Please note lunch is not provided so please bring your own.

Module Two (1pm - 4pm)
There will be an observer and a maximum of two students per group. Initially there is a demonstration of advanced riding skills by a qualified advanced rider. This is followed by a two-hour assessed ride over a scenic route which includes various types of roads and hazards. This will enable you to develop your riding by practicing the tips given on Module One. At the conclusion of the ride, you’ll get a tactful debrief on your ride and any areas which may need polishing up will be gently pointed out. This advice is reinforced with a written assessment sheet covering all elements of the ride and outlining any areas for improvement.
You will receive a goodie bag containing useful publications, two motorcycle DVD 's and a Bikesafe neck buff.
As if all this isn’t enough to make you rush out and book some further rider development, you will also receive a £50 discount voucher towards further training with accredited providers.

Bikesafe Workshops for the 2010 season are on the following dates:

• 28 March
• 18 April
• 23 May
• 20 June
• 18 July
• 08 August
• 22nd August

Places are limited so to avoid disappointment it is advised to book early. To reserve your place or for further information, please contact:
Sgt. Pete Mason on 01904 618870 or email northyorkshirepolice@bikesafe.co.uk