Keeping New England motorcyclists safer

06th May 2025

A 60-page guide called Motorcycling the New England has been produced, with the aim to raise awareness around motorcycle safety in the region and improve rider experiences.
The New England area is one of the most popular places in NSW for motorcyclists to ride, but it is also one with a high crash rate.
Between 2019 and 2023 in New England, there were 325 motorcycle crashes reported resulting in 20 fatal crashes, and more than 170 serious injury crashes.
This is alarming considering motorcycles make up around four per cent of registered vehicles.
A Transport for NSW spokesperson said the comprehensive guide was an expansion of the award winning ‘Motorcycling the Hunter’ guide previously developed through the Local Government Road Safety Program.
“The New England boasts some of the state’s most picturesque rides – encompassing the plateaus of the Northern Tablelands across ranges, through waterfalls and gorges to the sprawling plains,” the spokesperson said.
“Transport staff spoke with local riders to map their favourite routes to produce a guide that combines popular rides with tourism information and an emphasis on road safety.
“Highlights of the guide feature downloadable GPX map files, current first aid for motorcyclists , communication options when mobile services are out of range, and advice for riding in New England’s ever-changing weather conditions.”
The guide was launched at the Ulysses National Rally in March Riders can pick up a copy from their local Visitor Information Centres or by downloading the brochure online at https://qrco.de/bfnbFK

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