The Fire Bike Pitstop project
The Fire Bike Pitstop project seeks to reduce
motorcycle casualties on the roads in Kent and Medway. In the last
two years, KFRS attended 170 road traffic collisions involving
motorcycles, mopeds and scooters where riders were trapped,
seriously injured or killed.
The initiative is being championed by Supersport 600 rider James
Webb who believes it will appeal to riders and people who are
interested in racing, track days and ‘burning rubber’.
He hopes it will encourage them to take a more sensible approach
to riding. He said: “The advice is clear - if you do want to push
the limits, do it in a controlled environment at a race track, not
on the roads.”
The Fire Bike is a Honda CBR1000RR ABS Fireblade being which is
taken to events by firefighters (who are all Police Standard
rider trained).
The Pitstop is an area where people can stop by, talk to
the team and get good advice on staying fit for the road. The
team asks riders: "What’s your ride-ability?" and promotes
safe riding with the emphasis on motorcyclists
taking responsiblilty for their own behaviour.
What you can do:
If you're a motorcyclist, one way to stay safe and
enjoy your bike even more is to ride defensively, and take
your skills to a new level. Every year bikes become faster,
lighter and sharper so it makes sense that you need to be
sharper too. By developing your skills and putting the
emphasis on yourself to avoid unsafe situations
you can enjoy your bike to the max. Find out more at:
IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists)
Bikesafe
Rospa
ERS (Enhanced Rider Scheme)
For any further information please contact Lawrence Pater on
01474 535 943.