Motorcycle Parking
Staying on top of where to find motorcycle parking, especially in London, is like riding blindfolded on the Autobahn – total madness!
There are about 16,000 riders coming into Central London every day but there is currently only enough space for about 4,500 motorcycles to park at any one time. Furthermore, a parking ticket is issued about every 5 seconds and fines now raise more than £1bn a year for councils and private contractors. (Information taken from recent articles by the BBC.)
Although there is currently no charge for riders, a new proposal has also just gone out to charge motorcyclists in central London. Under the proposal, riders will be charged between £1 and £1.50 a day. (3rd Jan 2007)
It’s clear that it’s a bit of a mess – and that’s exactly why I have decided to dig a bit deeper on this one. Read the following sections, print where necessary and bookmark useful sections.
The INTERACTIVE PARKING MAP will also ensure you are always on top of where to find the best motorcycle parking!
- Motorcycle Parking Map
Use the most comprehensive online parking map to find motorcycle parking, dealers, and even public toilets! Also buy the latest edition of the London Bike Guide showing motorcycle parking in zones 1 and 2. Additional resources are also provided to make parking in the UK a pleasure!
- Motorcycle Parking Regulations
Beat parking tickets by knowing where you can and where you cannot park. All motorcycle parking regulations that affect bikers are discussed. Tips are also given to avoid tickets. This content is also updated regularily, so you can trust that if the rules have changed, so has the script!
- The Appeal Process
The percentage of bikers with succesful appeals is rising - dont become part of that sad statistic who end up paying unfair fines! I have explained the appeal process simply so you're not going to get a headache reading it. I've also included loads of relevant tips to help you along. I have also suggested services that handle your appeal for you.
- Grounds for Appeal
Find out when you have a right to appeal - you'd be surprised, and the traffic wardens count on you not knowing your stuff! Don't let them get you. Again, it's a simple and easy to read, and I've inculded more tips to help you along.
- Motorcycle Airport Parking
Don't allow that festive spirit to be ruined by arriving at an aiport on your bike and not knowing what the deal is with parking your bike. I have an update table showing exactly where you can park and links for every single airport in the country.
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