Films turn focus on roads in bid to reduce fatalities among bikers

A series of short films showcasing Scotland’s motorcycle routes forms part of a campaign to encourage bikers to share best practice and reduce fatalities.

Motorcyclists make up less than 1 per cent of Scotland’s road traffic, but account for 20 per cent of fatalities.

Statistics show 40 per cent of fatalities take place on lefthand bends and 21 per cent occur during an overtake.

Latest figures show that over a three-year period 2,271 motorcycle casualties were recorded.

Of these 851 were seriously 0 Humza Yousaf says he love riding on the roads injured and 87 killed. Over half of deaths happened at the weekend.

Minister for Transport Humza Yousaf said: “As a biker myself, I love the thrill of riding on Scotland’s breathtaking roads but, as Transport Minister, I am also acutely aware that motorcyclists make up less than 1 per cent of Scotland’s traffic, but account for 20 per cent of fatalities.

“No matter what your level of experience is, this campaign will remind us as bikers of the importance of staying safe and riding appropriately.”

Backed by Police Scotland and Scottish motorcycle group, the Breathtaking Roads films capture the thrill of riding in Scotland and showcase coastal rides, scenic forest roads and mountain journeys.