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20 mph Roads Are Safer—But What About Motorcyclists?
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Transport for London says 20 mph schemes on London’s borough roads have saved lives. The headline evidence is difficult to dismiss: deaths fell, serious injuries fell and collisions fell by substantially more within the studied areas than across comparable London roads.
Motorcycle Noise Cameras: Fair Enforcement or Blunt Instrument?
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Some riders consider a stronger exhaust note part of the pleasure and character of owning a motorcycle. Others—including plenty who enjoy a good-sounding engine—believe deliberately excessive noise damages our reputation and gives campaigners another reason to demand restrictions.
Motorcycle Theft for Likes: Is Social Media Glamorising Bike Crime?
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Motorcycle theft is hardly new, but the way some stolen bikes are now displayed online has changed the character of the crime. Videos can show motorcycles and electric off-road bikes being ridden recklessly through traffic, displayed like trophies or used to provoke police pursuits.
Trigger’s Broom: What Makes a Classic Motorcycle the Same Bike?
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Since then it's had another engine. The gearbox has been rebuilt. The forks have been replaced. It's wearing different wheels. The fuel tank rusted through years ago. The exhaust certainly isn't original and, following an unfortunate encounter with corrosion, eventually even the frame was replaced.
Nearly 115,000 Older Motorcycles Aren’t Registered Historic
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"When a motorcycle reaches the age at which it can qualify for Historic Vehicle taxation, does the DVLA automatically change its status – or does the owner have to do something?"