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Motorcycle Safety

Hear Les share his story about his son Phillip who was seriously injured in an off-road motorcycle crash in Walgett NSW because he wasn’t wearing his protective gear correctly.

Always choose the safest gear for your ride www.motocap.com.au

No helmet (motorbike and bicycle)

Safety on and around two wheel

Motorcycle and scooter riders face more risks on our roads as they are less protected than other road users. International research shows that motorcycle riders are about 34 times more likely to be killed in a crash than other road users.

Riders should understand the road rules to ride safely. Riders should also keep a lookout and make good choices when on the road to help protect them from serious injuries or fatalities.

Choosing the safest gear for the ride

Wearing protective gear makes you less likely to be injured in a crash. If you are injured while wearing protective clothing, you are less likely to be hospitalised.

Helmets

Motorcycle riders must wear a properly fitted and approved motorcycle helmet. Follow the guidelines below to ensure that you choose the safest helmet for you and know how to use it correctly.

• Consider the protection and comfort ratings provided in this website when selecting a new helmet to suit your riding style. All helmets rated by CRASH are certified to either AS/NZ 1698 and/or UNECE 22.

• Choose a light-coloured helmet. A lighter coloured helmet offers better visibility to other vehicle drivers both during the day and at night.

• You should not purchase a second-hand helmet, as it may have been involved in a crash or have experienced UV degradation. There may be little external evidence that a motorcycle helmet has received a very forceful impact.

• Don’t lend your helmet to others, as it can affect how the helmet fits your head when returned.

• Remember, helmets are produced in a range of sizes to satisfy a mass market. Your head shape and size are unique to you, so take the time to follow the steps outlined in Helmet Fit section when purchasing your new helmet.

• Helmets should be disposed of carefully to avoid re-use. It is recommended that the straps are cut off, or the helmet is cut in half before disposal.

For more information

Motocap Website
The Motorcycle Clothing Assessment Program (MotoCAP) has information on a range of protective gear.

Lane Filtering Laws
View the lane filtering laws that apply in NSW.

Be Truck Aware

Road Rules
The road rule animations have simple answers to common misunderstandings, including how to use roundabouts and when you're allowed a U-turn.

Motorcycle Handbook
The handbook covers the main road rules you must know to ride legally and safely on NSW roads. It’s essential reading for anyone applying for a rider licence or learning to ride. This handbook and the Road User Handbook will prepare you for the Rider Knowledge Test.

The Motorcycle Council of NSW
The Motorcycle Council of NSW Incorporated (MCCNSW) is a member-based, not-for-profit, community association