Archives for January 2010

Brussels Tampers With Motorcycles

Right To Ride reports that over in Euro land discussions are afoot that could change the world of motorcycling as we know it. A European Commission Motorcycle Working Group (MCWG) consisting of representatives from member states (National Government “Experts”), Motorcycle Industry, Motorcycle Retail Associations, Motorcycle User organisations and Associations, Uncle Tom Cobley and all, have […]

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Non – Political – BikersRVoters

As the politics of Northern Ireland remains in their usual volatile state, bouncing around political parties and historical divides, Bikers R Voters is a non – political lobby with no allegiance to parties and those divides. What is important (for us at least) is whether motorcyclists even have a modicum of influence in the ‘corridors […]

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Learn 2 Ride Motorcycle Training – Supports – Right To Ride

Right To Ride welcomes onboard new supporters, Learn 2 Ride Motorcycle Training. Learn 2 Ride Motorcycle Training located in the Waterside area of Derry/ Londonderry offers an extensive range of motorcycle training from the complete beginner to enhancing your riding skills. Visit the Learn 2 Ride Motorcycle Training website to see how they offer a […]

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Fallen Heroes MCC – Supports – Right To Ride

Right To Ride welcomes on board new club supporters – Fallen Heroes MCC. Fallen Heroes MCC was formed in October 2009 by a few mates from County Down in Northern Ireland, all with a common interest, Motorcycle Road Racing! The club is dedicated to the enjoyment and freedom provided by the sport we call Motorcycling, […]

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Motorcycles – The Added Value Factor – EU

Motorcycles and mopeds are no longer branded dangerous by the European Commission’s website – EUROPA which is dedicated to road safety. Right To Ride protested about the statement, “Motorcycles and mopeds are the most dangerous mode of transport in the EU.” to Mr Antonio Tajani – Vice President for Transport Policy at the European Commission […]

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Ten Reasons – Electric Motorcycles

Wes Siler, Editor of the American online motorcycle magazine, Hell For Leather, www.hellforleathermagazine.com writes a forward thinking article – Ten Reasons Why You Should Be Excited About Electric Motorcycles. Electric motorcycles are slow. Electric motorcycles are expensive. Electric motorcycles don’t go very far before they run out of juice. Electric motorcycles don’t go “vroom vroom.” […]

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The New Year Looking Forward

Right to Ride looks forward to the New Year in 2010: Bikers R Voters Upcoming Westminster General Election – European Parliament and Assembly watch – what the politicians do for motorcycling. www.bikersrvoters.org European Issues Also a special watch on European Issues – Anti Tampering – Environmental – Compulsory ABS Brakes – Power Limits – Crash […]

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The Coast Road Rocks

The BBC have reported that the Coast road has been closed because of rock falls. The A2 road is closed near Garron Point outside Carnlough. Ride It Right Chairman Trevor Baird says, “The Coast Road may rock for riders during the summer months and good weather.” “The first real riding days for hibernating riders may […]

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