Motorcycle accidents tackled by police

23rd January, 2007

Police in North Yorkshire have reported a major reduction in the number of accidents involving motorcycles in the region. The announcement is likely to result in a significant reduction in motorbike insurance costs for those living in the region.

North Yorkshire Police has reported a 38 per cent drop in deaths among motorcyclists over the course of 2006 compared to the previous year. Inspector Chris Carlton, head of road policing, said: "This is a big step in the right direction, but the job is by no means done."

The police force has been targeting motorcyclists in its road safety efforts through the Bike Safe campaign and a roadshow that has seen the police attend events across the region. However, Mr Charlton added that the main reason for the improvement has been a "tough enforcement policy".

The reduction in motorcycle accidents could help people in the region to secure lower motorbike insurance premiums if they find the right provider. Charlotte Lidster, a spokeswoman for AA Insurance, explained: "With the advent of black box technology that is currently being run by some insurers, some of them are taking into account where you drive, at what times and on what roads."

She added: "Generally insurance, including motorbike insurance, is driven up if you live in an area of higher crime." Overall, North Yorkshire Police reported a 20 per cent reduction in fatalities on the region's roads during 2006 compared to the previous year.

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