Archives for October 2013

Road Safety – Crime Pays

The Department of Justice has announced that a specially modified car crash simulator – the first of its kind in Northern Ireland – has been launched by Justice Minister David Ford and Environment Minister Mark H Durkan. “The simulator, a modified Peugeot 207, will start with a car journey on a typical Northern Ireland rural […]

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FIM – EU – China

The Swedish riders group – Sveriges MotorCyklister – SMC reports that, “Discover Europe – Economic and social benefits of motorcycle tourism”, was the theme of a dinner debate in the European Parliament, where invited guests were invited to put forward suggestions and ideas to the European Commission. SMC report that, “Hosts for the dinner were […]

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Waiting On RWT!

As we wait for any news from the European Commission in relation to the proposal to include motorcycles in mandatory Road Worthiness Testing (RWT) across Europe, here are some news articles from the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) in GB – “Matters Of Testing” blog. This blog offers official advice and information for the […]

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Adelaide Motorcycle Awards

RYAN FARQUHAR LAUNCHES ADELAIDE MOTORCYCLE AWARDS The Irish Motorcyclist of 2012 Ryan Farquhar has launched the search for the winners of this year’s Adelaide Motorcycle Awards. The annual gala event, which has become the hottest date in the biking calendar, will be staged at the Ramada Plaza Hotel in Belfast on January 17, 2014. Once […]

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Ancestors MCC – Christmas Toy Run

The Ancestors MCC has just announced the date for this year’s Annual Christmas Toy Run. This year’s date is Sunday – 8th December 2013 and as usual leaves Ballygowan Roundabout at 1pm. The Toy Run raises funds and collects toys for the Children’s Ward at the Ulster Hospital, Dundonald. All the money raised goes directly […]

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Distracted Driving

MAG Ireland, the Irish Motorcyclists’ Action Group, reports that at its recent AGM MAG Ireland members voted to adopt a new policy on distracted driving in light of the increase in motorcycle accidents. MAG Ireland say, “It is clear from research carried out by the RSA (Road Safety Authority)  among others, that distracted driving (most […]

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Boxstars – The Rivals

People may wonder what a boxing ring and two insurance company CEOs going head to head next month has anything to do with motorcycling. The simple answer is nothing at all, but it is all for a good cause which is the Prince’s Trust Millions Makers campaign ! At Right To Ride we have had […]

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They Found Simon’s Tree

Back in September we reported that two riders, Max Jowett and Doug Smith started on their own journey from their homes in Devon to Mali in North West Africa looking for the memorial for Simon Milward in Mali in a trip – Looking for Simon’s Tree Doug and Max have sucessfully found Simon’s tree, they […]

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Financing Riders Rights!

FEMA (Federation of European Motorcyclists Associations) has reported that although the Federation is facing a difficult economic situation, its member organisations have banded together and voted on a generous gesture to lower the financial load of some of its members. FEMA says, “But the rider’s community is known for its solidarity. While FEMA’s only real […]

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East Antrim DUP Ride Out

On Saturday 5th October, I joined over 60 riders on the East Antrim DUP Ride out, which started from Larne Town Hall with breakfast bacon baps and tea and coffee. Missing last year’s ride out because of attending motorcycle events in Germany, it was a welcome return to explore some of Northern Ireland roads with […]

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