It is the opinion of the Motorcycle Industry Forum – Two Wheels To the Future – held on Saturday 18th March, for the purpose of examining issues related to motorcycle licensing, legislation, polices and practices;

THAT:

Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme

Victoria adopt the NSW and SA model of the Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme: that power to weight ratio calculated at 150kW per tonne (capped at 660cc) be the basis for such a scheme.

Victoria adopt a new licensing system to allow learners to ride at an earlier age, with research undertaken to establish the appropriate age.

Congestion

Victoria allow filtering to the left or right side of stationary or slow moving vehicles.

Motorcycles and scooters be promoted as a viable transport alternative that can assist in the reduction of traffic congestion, travel times and air quality.

There be appreciation and consideration of powered two-wheeled transport in road design and infrastructure.

Rider Safety
Improved rider training through low-cost or subsidised competency-based rider training be implemented.

There be improved safety gear and better promotion of its adoption.

Taxes

The motorcycle levy be removed

Or

The motorcycle levy be replaced by a non-discriminatory levy on all registered motor vehicles and there be full transparency as to the application of levy funds, that more of motorcycling registration fees be dedicated to improving road conditions and improving safety training for motorcyclists.

Infrastructure
Motorcycle and scooter safety boxes at traffic lights and intersections be implemented.

The Great Ocean Road initiative be used as a model for reporting dangers and hazards for implementing road improvements. 


The Forum, convened by VACC, peak industry body in Victoria for the automotive industry, included over 80 delegates and key motorcycle industry figures.
 
Expert participants included Professor Marcus Wigan, Professor of Transport Systems, Napier University; Neil O’Keefe, Chairman of the Victorian Motorcycle Advisory Council; Guy Stanford, Chairman, Motorcycle Council of NSW; Dale Maggs, President Motorcycles Riders Association.