3f Travel Plans and Powered Two-Wheelers

"Mopeds and motorcycles provide an affordable alternative means of transport where public transport is limited and walking and cycling unrealistic" Guidance on Full Local Transport Plans, DETR (March 2000)

Motorcycles, scooters and mopeds can provide a more environmentally friendly mode of transport than the car. The benefits for the environment and congestion from motorcycling depend on the size and type of vehicle and the type of transport that the rider has changed from. They tend to consume less fuel, produce fewer emissions and are more space efficient in terms of parking and utilisation of road space.

Best Practice Example: Oldham MBC have a commitment to implement the following measures to promote the use of powered two-wheelers.

• provision of secure, well-lit, lockable and conveniently located parking
  
• provision of secure storage and shower/changing facilities
  
• reduced costs for purchase/loans/leasing of scooters/motorcycles less than 500cc

In addition, a new combined motorcycle and essential car user allowance scheme is to being trialled for 12 months from April 2001.

Initiatives to improve safety and security and to promote motorcycle use can include:

• providing dedicated secure parking, which should be covered, well-lit, secure and located close to building entrances
  
• providing changing rooms, showers and lockers for the storage of equipment
  
• promoting the journey time, cost saving and environmental benefits
  
• providing interest free loans to purchase machines
  
• negotiating discounted rates with suppliers of clothing and machines
  
• setting up a Motorcycle User Group (see Section 6b: Establishing User Groups)

Choosing Measures
Travel Plans and Walking
Travel Plans and Cycling
Travelling by Bus
Travelling by Rail
Powered Two-Wheelers
Using Taxis
Car Sharings
Car Clubs
The Place of Cars
Car Park Management Strategy
Managing Business Travel
Changing the Way We Work
Travel Plans and Cleaner Fuels
Travel Plans and Deliveries