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                    Motorcycle Plan 2015-18

                    Motorcycles parked on a city street
                    The City of Melbourne has endorsed a plan to make Melbourne safer and more attractive for motorcycle riders and encourage more people to choose two wheels over four.

                    ​Developed in consultation with riding groups, the Motorcycle Plan 2015-18 recognises motorcycling as a space-saving, convenient and low-cost mode of transport. It also outlines measures to better integrate motorcycles into Melbourne’s road network.

                    To improve the safety and attractiveness of motorcycling, the plan proposes a number of actions including:

                    • Consider motorcyclists when designing and maintaining local roads. 
                    • Identify possible safety hazards for motorcyclists, such as slippery sections of road. 
                    • Increase free parking in the city centre for motorbikes. 
                    • Convert 20 existing on-street car parking spots into free corrals dedicated to motorcycles. 
                    • Study central city footpaths which may cause difficulties for pedestrians with disabilities. 
                    • Support government training programs for motorcyclists 
                    • Educate all road users about motorcycling safety.

                    These actions also form part of our Road Safety Plan which was adopted in 2013.

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