Look Again!

Look Again, Look Again! - New motorcycle safety campaign aimed at Drivers.

As longer days and warmer weather descends upon us, you’ll see more and more motorcycles on the road. Still can’t see them? Look again.

All motorcycle riders understand and accept the risk of getting on their bike. To better equip themselves for any situation on the road, they can complete Ride Forever courses.

However, drivers also have a role to play in keeping motorcyclists safe.

Between 2015-2019, 76 people died in motorcycle crashes in urban areas and 4,255 more were injured. 64% of these crashes happened at intersections, and of that 64%, other vehicle drivers were at fault 82% of the time.

Check out and share the new ACC campaign that aims to encourage drivers throughout Aotearoa to look again for motorcyclists and be sure the road is clear.

Ulysses Marlborough 12th Annual Toy Run

The Marlborough Uylsses Club is holding its 12th annual Toy Run on Saturday 11 December 2021, which is supporting the Salvation Army Toy Appeal. .

The run will be open to all roadworthy motorbikes and scooters.

Meet at the Woodburne Tavern (Renwick) at 11am, with the ride departing at 12 noon for the Seymour Street carpark.

Entry fee is a gift or toy for the appeal (no soft toys please).

Prize for best decorated bike .

The contact for further information is Andrew Noble on 027 578 2443.

Lane Splitting - Something to think about

Lane splitting - with more bikes on the road there is always discussion about what is legal.

Drivers need to be aware that Motorbikes can lane split - its one of the perks about being stuck in traffic on a bike!! But the rider needs to ensure they are following certain rules to make it safe and legal.

Ride Forever the NZTA and NZ Police have put together an info sheet which outlines the legal situation, and offers some advice on keeping yourself safe should you decide to lane split.

The Art of Counter Steering (or push steering) - A Motorcycling Epiphany by Allan Smith (Ulysses Nelson)

Follow this link to read about Allan’s take on counter steering, and some great facts , tips and tricks.

And remember, by attending a Ride Forever course you will receive counter steering training.

Weighting the Pegs and Body Steering on a Motorcycle

Follow this link for an article and video on Weighting the Pegs and Body Steering on a Motorcycle by Dan Netting , Life at  Lean.

Riding in different road conditions

Differing conditions, from weather and light to other road users and surface changes, present perhaps the biggest challenge to road riders. Mastering them is the mark of an expert.

Check out the Ride Forever page for tips and advice

Positioning safety tips

Check out the video

If you come across a hazard on a local road - please report it...

If you come across a hazard on a local road then please report it...
Tasman District Council roads - 03 543 8400
Nelson City Council roads - 03 546 0200
Marlborough roads - 03 520 8330
State Highways - 0800 4 HIGHWAYS