Will riding my motorcycle or driving my car in lockdown invalidate my insurance?
13 Nov 2020
No. I do not practice in Scotland or Northern Ireland and the law in those jurisdictions is different so I limit what I say to England and Wales.
Mirror, mirror…
12 Nov 2020
I was out with my mates doing a bit of green lane riding. I’ve had my Husqvarna 701 for a couple of years and set it up so I can take a tumble (as I am not that good it’s at least once a month!).
Sideswipe motorcycle accidents
05 Nov 2020
The absent-minded sideswipe of a motorcyclist overtaking a slow-moving car is among the most frequent of accidents we deal with.
Ranked in Chambers 2020
30 Oct 2020
White Dalton Motorcycle Solicitors has again been ranked as one of the top law firms by Chambers & Partners.
Insurance: and the bad news is
29 Oct 2020
In these days of comparison websites and superficially internet savvy consumers I have noticed a very unpleasant pattern in comprehensive insurance claims, and you, as a wise Bike reader need to tread carefully…
Rough Roads
22 Oct 2020
We all hope the roads we ride are safe and sound for our two-wheeled escapades, but what happens if you crash on a surface you consider sub-standard?
Will my son lose his licence?
15 Oct 2020
My son, who has not long gained his A2 licence, was pulled over for speeding by the police, at 38mph in a 30mph zone.
Benefit Recovery
08 Oct 2020
Eighteen months ago a young lad rear-ended me at traffic lights. He didn’t see me, my bright yellow Vespa GTS 300 ‘Victor’ was written off and I had a long 12-month recovery as I’d fractured three vertebrae.
Cancelled Biking Holiday
24 Sep 2020
If you had a biking holiday planned in Europe, or indeed anywhere else in 2020 but you find yourself stranded at home, can you demand refunds for deposits paid or tickets booked?
Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme
17 Sep 2020
Straddling my motorcycle in traffic with my headphones in listening to a podcast, all hell broke loose as I was barged on to the floor by two scally lads trying to nick my bike.
Crystal Ball
10 Sep 2020
Last summer I got an apprenticeship with a local carpentry firm and got myself an Aprilia RS4 125.
Insurance Delivery
03 Sep 2020
I’m currently at uni studying to be a teacher and have a battered old CG125 that my older brother gave me to get about on.
Recovery Charges
27 Aug 2020
About two months ago I over-cooked a corner on the way home and stacked it into some railings.
Wheelie bad
20 Aug 2020
I’d been doing up my old KTM and headed out last month for a test ride around my village.
Will Brexit affect my claim in France?
13 Aug 2020
Two years ago I was riding down the motorway when I was side swiped by a European cousin from France driving an HGV.
Can I claim for increased premiums?
06 Aug 2020
I have been involved in two no—fault collisions, both rear-enders and there was absolutely nothing I could do about either of them.
Tough Call
30 Jul 2020
We all want the best outcome in court, but judgment can just as easily go against you.
To clear your name, or not to?
23 Jul 2020
The choice of a speed awareness course is only offered if your speed is naughty rather than shocking: the formula is the speed limit plus ten per cent, plus 9mph as the upper level.
