Bikers call for improved road surfaces
Added on Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 by Carole Nash Editor | No Comments
Bikers call for improved road surfaces
Motorcycle riders think that the most important thing the new Government should do for motorcyclists is improve road conditions according to a Motor Cycle News survey, responded to by over 6,500 people, carried out for Ride to Work Day 21st July 2010.
Almost half (43%) of the motorcyclists interviewed believe improving road conditions is the priority, with 36% believing that improving car driver’s awareness of motorcyclists should be the main strategy.
One in ten riders think the Government should reduce the road tax In line with the journey efficiency of motorcycles and 11% would like to see an expansion of schemes to allow bikes in bus lanes, such as the scheme in London.
Just under a quarter (24%) of the riders surveyed use their motorcycle to commute daily and a further 22% of riders are using their bikes a few times a week, demonstrating that almost half of the UK’s riders regular commute to work. With this extensive experience of the UK road network the Government needs to recognise the demands from the riding public.
Improving road conditions as well as the road furniture such as crash barriers and signage can all help to improve road safety. The survey also reveals that over half of the riders (58%) think that improved road conditions and safety features will encourage more new people to get involved in riding bikes or scooters.
“Riders views are important and we are all aware that better roads and an improved road infrastructure will improve road-safety and encourage more riders onto the roads,” said Steve Kenward, CEO for the MCI.
“As bikes can help to reduce congestion, reduce pollution and reduce journey times for all road users improving road conditions can only be a positive step. It would also demonstrate a commitment to fully integrating powered two -wheelers into transport policy and planning.”
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