New Rider Hub launches to support new and young motorcyclists

South Yorkshire Safer Roads Partnership (SYSRP) is launching a one-stop-shop for new and young powered two-wheeler (PTW) riders to help them safely navigate life on the road.

SYSRP is helping to promote the new website which contains a host of information on subjects including training, maintenance, security and insurance.

It is hoped that the platform will improve young riders’ road skills, knowledge and help to spread road safety messages ultimately reducing casualties.

Supporting and empowering young people

Joanne Wehrle, manager of SYSRP, said: “We are delighted to signpost our local riders to this new hub, which also features our own YouTube series Mech It Better.

“It will help to support and empower young people who want to take advantage of travel on two wheels to commute or get around their communities.

“Powered two-wheeler riders are classed as a vulnerable road user group which is why it is so important that we engage with them using a relevant and age-appropriate platform.”

The Hub has been created by the National Young Rider Forum (NYRF) following a project titled ‘Understanding Young Riders’, which was published in 2021.

The research recommended the creation of a website directly aimed at young riders, featuring videos and links to on-line theory and hazard perception resources. It also suggested that young riders would benefit from having the opportunity to engage directly with NYRF experts as well as accessing information on the gig economy.

One of Safer Roads’ partners, national charity Mental Health Motorbike, is also supporting the new site.

Founding member Paul Oxborough said: “Starting your motorbike journey as a young rider carries a number of risks, both to the rider’s pockets and the potential effect on their mental health well-being if they take unnecessary risks.

“The Hub is a powerful online resource that helps young riders make the transition towards becoming a safer and more responsible rider. This is a website that the team at Mental Health Motorbike are very proud to be supporting.”

Access the hub via: https://newriderhub.net/