BMF Announcement on New Road Safety Strategy

Government Announces New Road Safety Strategy, Including a Consultation on Reforms to Motorcycle Training, Testing and Licensing and Separate Trials to Improve Motorcycle Safety on Rural Roads The Government has today (7th January 2026) announced the launch of its new Road Safety Strategy, the first in over a decade, with the aim to reduce deaths and serious injuries on Britain’s roads by 65% by 2035. The strategy includes specific measures to crack down on uninsured drivers, drug and drink drivers, and vehicles being used without a valid MOT. As part of the new strategy, a consultation is to be launched on potential reform to the current motorcycle training, testing and licensing regime, with wider work to be taken forward to improve

New Year, New Roads: Riding Responsibly Through Winter Conditions

As we begin a new year, many parts of the UK are experiencing true winter conditions, from light snow flurries to extreme snowfall and icy roads. While January often sees fewer motorcycles on the road, riders are very much still out there and winter conditions bring increased risks for everyone. For motorcyclists, snow, ice, slush and grit can dramatically reduce grip, visibility and reaction time. Even roads that appear clear can hide frozen patches, particularly on shaded lanes, bridges and higher ground. For drivers, spotting motorcycles in poor weather can be more challenging, making awareness and patience more important than ever. A shared responsibility Motorcycle safety is not just about the rider; it’s about how all road users behave. Taking an extra moment

BMF begins 2026 with a powerful milestone

A Stronger Voice for Riders in 2026 25,000+ on Facebook • 2,000+ on Instagram • Growing Fast on LinkedIn The British Motorcyclists Federation begins 2026 with a powerful milestone: a nationwide community of riders, clubs and supporters more engaged than ever. Across our social platforms, riders, clubs and supporters continue to unite behind the BMF’s mission and the numbers speak for themselves. We are delighted to celebrate: • Over 25,000 followers on Facebook • More than 2,000 followers on Instagram • A steadily growing professional network on LinkedIn, where industry partners, policymakers and safety organisations increasingly look to the BMF for insight, leadership and rider focused expertise These achievements reflect a simple truth: the voice of Britain’s motorcyclists is stronger than ever, and the BMF is proud

The NMC Looks Ahead into 2026

In a New Year message, National Motorcyclists Council Executive Director Craig Carey-Clinch reflects on 2025 and the opportunities ahead in 2026 A new year always brings fresh opportunities for motorcycling in the UK. While it would be easy to focus negatively on the mixed outcomes of 2025 for the motorcycle lobby, the year also delivered several important positives. This was also a year when the National Motorcyclists Council (NMC) continued to consolidate the lobby and alongside its members and partners continued to add building blocks to the motorcycle sector’s credibility and messaging. One clear success underlined the value of partnership—both within motorcycling and across the wider transport lobby. Road maintenance and potholes remain a consistent concern for riders. As a founder member of

New Year Message from the Chair

An End of Year Message from the BMF As we reach the end of another remarkable year for the British Motorcyclists Federation, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to every member, volunteer, and supporter who has helped make 2025 such a success. The standout this year was the BMF Connected Event held at Mallory Park back in the summer, which brought riders, industry representatives, and campaigners together in a way that truly showcased the strength and unity of our motorcycling community. The energy, ideas, and passion shared over two gloriously hot days in July will continue to drive our work well into the future. I’m also delighted to say that our membership numbers have grown significantly over the past twelve months. More

Share your riding experience in a short survey…

Share your riding experience in a short survey and enter the prize draw to win one of four £250 retail vouchers! The survey will ask a few questions about your riding experience, your skills and attitudes and will ask you to watch a short video. In total, this should take about 15 minutes to complete. If you are happy to take part, please click here: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/x-MotorcycleVideos/ This survey is being carried out by TRL (www.trl.co.uk) as part of a project on motorcycle safety for National Highways. If you have any questions about this research, please contact trials@trl.co.uk

EU Council and Parliament: motorcycles must be part of new EU rules on recycling

EU Council and Parliament strike a deal on the rules for vehicle circularity and the management of end-of-life vehicles. The Council presidency and the European Parliament’s representatives reached a provisional agreement on the regulation concerning circularity requirements for vehicle design and the management of end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). The new rules will replace the two existing directives and set requirements to ensure that new vehicles are designed in a way that supports their re-use, recycling and recovery. The new regulation is part of the European Green Deal and the circular economy action plan, aiming to transition the automotive sector to a more circular model. It introduces measures across the entire life cycle of vehicles, from design and production to their end-of-life treatment, with

Snake Pass Safety Planning Update

Snake Pass Safety Planning Update — What Riders Need to Know Snake Pass (A57) - the scenic but challenging road linking Sheffield and Manchester, remains the focus of new safety planning work following recent government investment aimed at reducing collisions on this high-risk route. New Planning and Design Work Begins Local authorities have now started formal planning and design work on potential safety improvements along Snake Pass, using funding made available through the Department for Transport’s Safer Roads Scheme. This work follows earlier confirmation of national investment to tackle collision rates and improve safety on some of the UK’s riskiest routes. Sheffield City Council has approved the use of £267,700 for feasibility and preliminary design work on improvements between Coldwell Lane and the Derbyshire

Project Edward 2025 Road Safety Parliamentary Reception

"A year of real progress and renewed energy across the Road Safety Community." At this year's Project Edward Parliamentary Reception, organised under the banner of "promoting best practice in road safety", representatives and partners from the road safety community, including the British Motorcyclists Federation (BMF), gathered to discuss and reflect on what had been achieved during 2025 on the path towards Vision Zero; an ambitious strategy to deliver safer roads, speeds, vehicles and behaviours through a collaborative "Safe Systems" approach to road safety. In a keynote speech, host Andy MacNae MP said that the Government’s soon to be published new Road Safety Strategy, the first in over a decade, will be an important moment that will support and increase the ambition to deliver

BikeSafe Celebrates 25 Years of Improving Rider Safety

In October 2025, the UK’s leading police-led motorcycle safety initiative, BikeSafe, celebrated its 25th anniversary, marking a quarter of a century dedicated to reducing collisions and improving rider skills nationwide. Since launching in 2000, BikeSafe has played a significant role in rider education, providing practical workshops aimed at improving road awareness, hazard perception and on-bike decision-making. The programme has supported thousands of riders during its 25-year history and remains an essential part of the UK’s rider safety framework. A National Partnership Built on Safety BikeSafe is delivered by trained police motorcyclists across over 30 police forces in the UK and is supported by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC). The initiative was developed in response to concern over motorcyclist casualty rates and has

Star Bikers 47th Charity Toy Run

🏍️ Star Bikers 47th Charity Toy Run: Stoke-on-Trent Rides for Christmas Cheer On Sunday 30th November 2025, Stoke-on-Trent witnessed one of its most cherished traditions - the Star Bikers 47th Annual Charity Toy Run. With around 2,000 motorcycles taking part, the streets came alive with the roar of engines, festive spirit and the generosity of bikers determined to make Christmas brighter for children who might otherwise go without. The Route and Atmosphere The run set off from the bet365 Stadium at 11am, winding its way through Trentham, Blurton, Weston Coyney, Bentilee, Baddeley Green, Milton, Sneyd Green and Northwood. Along the route hundreds of local residents lined the streets, many holding out carrier bags filled with toys for bikers to collect. The atmosphere was

I’m a Millennial, and I love Motorcycling

British motorcyclists – we’re always being told – are getting older every year. Our average age is now between 54 and 57, a huge difference from the 1960s and ‘70s when most motorcyclists were under 30. Writing recently in British Dealer News, marketing consultant Dan Sager points out that that the youngsters of Gen Z (born between 1997 and 2012), “are less interested in riding bikes than any previous generation,” and that the number of teenagers taking their Mod 1 bike test has plummeted, presumably put off by the high cost of getting a licence and rocketing insurance premiums. The current situation is not helped by the Government's official position of having "no policy to encourage greater use of motorcycles"; an approach

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