The 30th Carole Nash Bristol Classic Motorcycle Show

We enjoyed ourselves at the classic motorcycle show. Thank you to everyone who stopped for a chat.

It was good to catch up with those who already have our free legal cover, and those who will join us now.

The question we were most regularly asked, is how can legal cover be free. We are open about how we earn our living. We can earn commission if we help after an accident. These commissions are taken by insurance companies, and insurance brokers, who of course charge for the legal cover. Let us earn those commissions and we will keep giving you free legal cover.

Anyway, back to the show, and many congratulations to those who took the prizes, and everyone who took part. The bikes gleamed after so much hard work and were a great credit to the individuals and clubs who entered them. In case you have not seen the results click here.

We think we saw Elvis. Did you?

We will be at the 30th Carole Nash International Classic Motorcycle Show, Saturday 24th April/Sunday 25th April 2010 - Stafford County Show Ground, Staffordshire, ST18 0BD. We look forward to seeing you there. We won’t be hard to spot.

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This is a warning if you are going to ride at any time, but particularly during February during February.

The Department of Transport produces a report each year called the Compendium of Motorcycling Statistics. There are lots of facts and figures, telling you how many bikes are taxed each year, engine size, and even the best sellers.

What caught our eye were the accident statistics. Most accidents occur in June, July, and February. When you look at the average miles travelled in each month you will find February is the most dangerous. There are fewer bikes out in February, but more accidents when compared to distance travelled.

So what are the reasons?:

• Short period of daylight?
• Poor road conditions?
• Insulated and warmed drivers not paying attention?
• Cold and uncomfortable riders?

You know the answers, so please let us know and pass on your wisdom.

From the riders we help, not being seen is the usual explanation from the driver at fault. We keep saying it, but here goes again; please be colourful. Black leather is cool, but it does not help you stand out on the road. There is a lot of good hi-vis gear available, so a good resolution this year is to be seen. You might look silly in the pub, but you will get there.

We are always ready to help in the event of any accident on 0330 022 5210 or 0800 0114114.
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Good luck for the New Year and take care from the YourKey team.

The Report tells us “The distance driven by motorcycles is highly seasonal. Distance driven for the months of April through to September was considerably above the year average while the winter months, especially January, February and March, were significantly lower.”

Then we are told “The highest rate of motorcycle casualties occurred during February and the summer months of June and July.”

Think about it and take care.

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Sunday 12 October at Brands Hatch.

Great day out with our friends from Bikers Legal Defence as guests of the NW200 Ducati team. Our congratulations to Michael Rutter on his 300th BSB ride.

Best race was the

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What are my options?

I can buy a best motorcycle rides atlas, buy a holiday or tour, or just go out and ride.

It would be great to have a real list on this site. I am going to put details together and send them in. Those Mid Wales roads are the ones I like best. I hope others will do the same.

Good luck

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Share details and tips of great rides home and abroad…..

Photos, maps, and tips all greatly appreciated. Send these to enquiries@yourkey.info and we will present your photographs with your comments.

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