Motorcycle officers from Tasmania Police have been engaging with young Tasmanians about safe riding recently, culminating in a Skills Day at Baskerville Raceway as part of the Full Gear Motorcycle Safety Program.

Acting Sergeant Tom Gordon said it was a great opportunity for police to directly engage with riders about motorcycle safety in a fun and collaborative way.

“As police motorcyclists we’re able to provide real world insights into safe riding and the consequences of risk-taking behaviour,” he said.

“We want to make sure everyone gets home safe whenever they’re travelling on our roads, and this is especially important for motorcyclists who are more vulnerable.”

“Far too often we’ve seen the devastating consequences that come from poor decision making, whether that’s speeding, drink driving, not paying attention or riding on an unroadworthy bike.”

“Being able to connect with these young people about the importance of road safety in fun and practical environment like this helps us to bring home those important messages.”

“We also discussed ways to keep motorcycles more secure by reducing the opportunity for theft,” he said.

“Things like parking in a locked garage or behind a gate, or if you have home CCTV making sure it’s visible on the camera.”

“After market security devices like tamper alarms, GPS trackers and security chains can also help.”

The Full Gear Motorcycle Safety Program is funded by the Road Safety Advisory Council and run by Glenorchy City Council in southern Tasmania and Launceston City Council in northern Tasmania.