Sussex Police Bikesafe

Sussex Police

BikeSafe - Sussex

BikeSafe - Sussex is a partnership between Sussex Police, West & East Sussex County Councils and Brighton & Hove City Council.

The whole purpose of Bikesafe, a nation wide scheme, is to reduce casualties among bikers by passing on tips and knowledge, to give an insight to safer, smoother riding and a heightened awareness of possible hazards. The scheme invites motorcyclists to participate in an assessment on their present skills, and advice to help make their riding in and around Sussex safer and more enjoyable.

Designed to enhance the skills of all riders who have already passed their test, the courses will be particularly suitable for those who may be returning to biking after a period of absence and also sports bike riders.

The assessment day will cost £50 with lunch provided. A copy of the Highway Code and Motorcycle Roadcraft, the police rider's handbook to better motorcycling will also be included

It will be run over 6 – 7 hours with a maximum of 12 riders. It will consist of two distinct parts with a theory session in the morning covering topics such as the system of motorcycle control, collision causation factors, attitude, cornering and overtaking.

The afternoon session will involve the riders going out with a police rider on a ratio of 2:1 with a comprehensive briefing including safety factors before the ride. By passing on their knowledge, skills and experience, police motorcyclists can help you become a safer more competent rider. At the end of the observed ride there will be a thorough debrief with a written ride summary report.

The message we want to give to riders using the county’s roads is to enjoy their biking but make sure their skills match that of their powerful machines.

If you are a rider and are serious about staying safe on Sussex roads, you should book onto the BikeSafe course now and have a great day out.

Course Dates 2008

(PLEASE NOTE THAT THE VENUES ARE ONLY PROVISIONAL AT THIS TIME, BUT WILL BE CONFIRMED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE).

Sunday 18th May 2008 FULL
Sunday 20th July 2008 FULL
Sunday 21st September 2008
Sunday 2nd November 2008

Venue:
Bexhill Fire Station, Beeching Road, Bexhill on Sea TN39 3LG
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Sunday 22nd June 2008 FULL
Sunday 17th August 2008 FULL
Sunday 19th October 2008

Venue:
Worthing Fire Station, Ardsheal Road, Worthing BN14 7RN
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For information regarding bookings please telephone Motorcycle UK Ltd: 08452 307 407.

Or complete the form below and they will contact you. Alternatively you can book a place online (SEE BELOW).

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First Name
Last Name
Address


Postcode
Email Address
Daytime Telephone No
Enquiry
If relevant please answer the following questions
What is your present motorcycle/scooter? Make/Model/cc
How long have you been riding a motorcycle/scooter ?
Have you returned to motorcycling after a period of absence. If so How Long?
Age?
Sussex Police and their agents will use the information that you have provided on this form for the purpose of the administration of the Bikesafe program. It may also be used for follow up research into the scheme.

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You can also book your course through our Booking Agent Motorcycle UK's secure website. Confirmation of your place will be sent to you the same or the following working day (depending on what time you book).

Places are booked on a first come first served basis. If the course you have chosen is fully booked you will be notified within one working day and offered alternative dates.