Motorbike Insurance

Motorbike riders have been warned of the dangers of insufficient tyre maintenance by a road safety group.

TyreSafe has commented that people who leave their vehicles in storage over winter may be at risk as their wheels could deflate.

As a result, it may be that they are more likely to be involved in accidents and thus risk invalidating their bike insurance policies.

Similarly, cover firms may decide to charge them more for deals in the future if they view them to be a risk on the road.

Motorbike Insurance - Get a quote now!

TyreSafe also pointed out that an under-inflated wheel can have an effect on the environment as well, largely due to the fact that they can force the vehicle to do more work.

"Incorrect inflation can equally cause the bike to become unstable, affecting handling and cornering, but can also lead to an increase in fuel consumption and emissions," said the safety group.

This comes as Bradford Telegraph & Argus states that Bradford North Neighbouring Policing Team is to come down hard on bike riders making life difficult for residents in the area.

Related articles

Teenagers 'should be kept from roads until 18'
Warning over parking in Lancashire
Months of inconvenience 'likely in Southampton'

26/08/08 - BMF challenges show cancellations. A number of motorcycle cancellations, which motorcycle insurance customers may have been set to attend, are being challenged by the British Motorcyclists Federation (BMF).

26/08/08 - BSA Owners go for world record. Hundreds of BSA motorcycle owners descended on the Isle of Man recently in an attempt to break a world record.

22/08/08 - Riders urged to secure motorbikes. Motorcycle and scooter owners in the north-west are being urged to ensure they take adequate steps to prevent their bikes from being stolen.

Past motorbike news