As everyone in the trade knows, motorcycling has massive potential to benefit society, but it also faces persistent challenges, most notably bike theft and anti-social behaviour involving two wheels.
In a move to combat the problem, the National Motorcyclists Council (NMC) has now released a 10-point plan targeting stakeholders such as national, devolved, and local governments, police, industry bodies, and riders’ groups.
Supported by the Motor Cycle Industry Association (MCIA), the plan lays out actionable policies and strategies to address a range of issues, from tackling anti-social behaviour and bike theft to enhancing road safety and off-road riding opportunities.
The full 10-point plan is available at www.uknmc.org, and suggested actions range from better police enforcement, stronger sentences for offenders, improved secure bike parking, off-road bike registration, security marking, tracking technology and e-bike import regulations.
NMC executive director Craig Carey-Clinch said: “While some of the proposed measures can be implemented immediately and indeed many are already being progressed by industry and motorcycling organisations, others will require longer-term commitment, investment and partnership. Some remain aspirational at this stage, but bringing them together within a single strategic framework, with organisations working together, not separately, offers a clear roadmap for future action.”
Supporting the plan’s launch, the MCIA said: “Motorcycle theft remains a serious issue for riders, retailers and the wider industry, and we will always support measures, like this action plan, that help reduce it further. However, it is encouraging to see that motorcycle theft rates are falling, and 2025 figures are almost 15% lower than in 2022. These improvements reflect key industry investment, riders taking security seriously, and stronger police enforcement.
“There is always more to do, and this 10-point plan is a helpful start to help drive theft down further and ultimately ensure motorcycling is recognised for the important contribution it makes to the environment, society and the economy.”