Bike Safe Cymru - Rider Skills Workshop

All Motorcyclists -

• Would you like to enhance your riding skills?

• Are you a sports bike rider or returning to biking after a period of absence?

• Do you live or work within the Vale of Glamorgan?

South Wales Police are coordinating BIKESAFE CYMRU in association with the Vale of Glamorgan Road Safety Section with the objective of reducing motorcycle accidents on and around the roads within the Vale and further afield in South Wales.

These workshops are available to any motorcyclist either residing or working within the Vale of Glamorgan at a subsidised cost of £20 per person for the weekend – the normal cost is £100

The cost includes the issue of a pack that contains current ‘Roadcraft’ and ‘Highway Code’ publications as well as lunch and refreshments for both days.

The workshops, run by Police, ex Police and RoSPA Gold riders, are a mix of theory and practical and will include on-road assessment rides, information videos, motorcycle related first aid and other relevant issues. The workshops are designed to enhance the skills of all riders who have already passed their tests, and are particularly suitable for those that may be returning to biking after a period of absence and sports bike riders.

It will be very practical with ‘hands on’ experience. In addition there will be some indoor activities and ample opportunity to take part in observed rides on good biking roads.

The Workshops are currently planned for Barry Fire Station, Port Road, Barry

Workshop will commence promptly at 9.00am each day and finish no later than 5.00pm.

Payment must be received by the Vale of Glamorgan Road Safety Department prior to the workshop. Workshops will not be cancelled due to bad weather.

It is envisaged that you will be covering approximately 100 miles per day. Therefore, sufficient fuel will be needed prior to arriving each day. All bikes must be in a roadworthy condition. Current copies of the Highway Code and Motorcycle Roadcraft publications will be issued at the workshops.

The following documentation will be required upon arrival at the workshop: full driving licence, insurance and MOT certificate. Photocopies are not acceptable. Unfortunately, if documentation is not made available on the day, you will not be eligible to participate.

These workshops will be popular. There is a maximum of 10 riders per course. Bookings will be taken on a ‘first come first served’ basis. If you would like to register for a course, or require any further information please contact RoSPA Tel: 02920 250600