Bega Valley Shire Council and the NSW Survive the Ride Association are holding another free South Coast Survive the Ride motorcycle safety workshop at the Merimbula RSL from 11am to 1.30pm on Saturday 8 February 2025.
"This is a chance for local motorcyclists and other road users to learn more about how we can each play a role in making riding in the Bega Valley and surrounds a safer activity for all," Council's Road Safety Officer, Mandy Gillies said.
"Our first workshop in the program was held in June this year, offering attendees the opportunity to learn about motorcycle safety in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.
"Participants, regardless of their experience level, gained valuable insights from an engaging and knowledgeable facilitator.
"According to the NSW Centre for Road Safety, between 2019 and 2023 in the shire, there were 462 crashes with 444 casualties, sadly resulting in seven deaths.
"In the same period, the shire's motorcycle crashes accounted for 13.4% (62) of all crash types. Of these, 56 were male riders and 61.3% were aged over 40.
"The Survive the Ride Association of NSW is part of a social movement working to encourage motorcyclists to enjoy themselves without injury."
The workshop will be presented by David Tynan, a motorcyclist and committee member of the NSW Survive the Ride Association. It will focus on:
- key decisions for managing common challenges for motorcyclists such as cornering, riding in groups/traffic and staying alert
- the various elements of riding posture for each type of bike – cruisers, sports, scooters, etc
- reducing personal risks, acknowledging the little mistakes and making a plan to avoid them in the future.
Participants will receive a free hi-vis vest, Centre for Road Safety educational material and light refreshments.
To register for the Merimbula workshop, visit the Survive the Ride webpage.
To learn about the NSW Survive the Ride Association, visit its website.
This event is funded by Transport for NSW.
