MCIA is asking members to help spread the word about upcoming fixtures for the Get On Experience, which is going on the road.
Get On has several dates and venues fixed across the UK between now and the end of the year, to give non-riders their first taste of riding a motorcycle or scooter for free.
For the first time, Get On will be utilising Test Centre spaces, which are ideal for running these events.
Sessions are taken by qualified instructors and last 30 minutes. Full safety equipment is provided, although riders are asked to wear sturdy shoes and full length jeans.
Bookings can be made beforehand via the Get On website, or on the day, subject to availability.
The Get On road-shows are as follows:
Uxbridge Motorcycle Practical Test Centre (near Brunel University) – Saturday, 5 September; Farnborough Motorcycle Practical Test Centre (near Farnborough Airport) – 13 September; Silverstone British Touring Cars Championships – 26/27 September; Motorcycle Live, NEC 28 November to 6 December.
For additional details contact Stevie Muir [email protected]
Karen Cole, director of motorcycle safety at the MCIA, which backs Get On events, says this is an ideal introduction to motorcycling: “Many people like the idea of trying a motorcycle, but don’t know where they can get started. First and foremost motorcycling is fun but it is vital that people get their first taste of riding in a safe and structured environment, with expectations regarding safety clothing – set out firmly from the beginning. Get On does this very well”.
Try before you buy
The Get On Campaign started in 2009 with the aim of encouraging the non-riding UK population to try a motorcycle or scooter, the aim being “to grow and maintain a healthy and sustainable future market”.
The campaign is centred around the Get On web site www.geton.co.uk which provides a one-stop portal for all the information a new rider would need – including bikes, licensing, styles of bikes,training and kit.
Get On is funded and owned by MCIA members and as such their products, services and dealer networks are promoted on the website.
Get On also provides ‘free ride’ opportunities – as detailed above – giving those interested a no-obligation chance to try before they buy.