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We are asking our members and friends to support the MCIA initiative (as detailed below). At the end are links to two example letters along with details of how to find your local MP.

As usual we would be interested to hear of any responses.

MCIA

9th February 2021

Subject: Early Day Motion in support of the extension of CBT certificates

As you will be aware, lockdown restrictions mean that Approved Training Bodies (ATBs) are prohibited from offering motorcycle training, resulting in riders being unable to renew their expiring CBT certificates. Consequently, those affected, including key workers, cannot use their PTW, which affects their ability to commute, or carry out their jobs.

Therefore, MCIA is pleased that Independent MP, Jonathan Edwards, has tabled an Early Day Motion in Parliament, which asks:

That this House notes that Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) certificates for motorbikes and mopeds are issued on a two year basis for learner drivers; further notes that these vehicles provide a low carbon mode of transport for passenger and cargo; notes that many key workers use this mode of transport as part of their commute, especially in rural areas where public transport links can be poor; notes that as a result of lockdown measures, motorcycle and moped tests are suspended; expresses concern that road users whose CBT certificates lapse whilst lockdown measures are in place are prohibited from using their vehicles on public roads through no fault of their own; notes that whilst road safety concerns are paramount, motorists in this position have been using their chosen mode of transport for two years; calls for a temporary extension of CBT certificates whilst lockdown measures are in place; and further calls on the Government to annul test fees for people with CBT certificates which have lapsed during the current lockdown if they will not extend their validity.

Early Day Motions are used to put on record the views of individual MPs or to draw attention to specific events or campaigns, but by attracting the signatures of other MPs they can be used to demonstrate the level of parliamentary support for a particular cause or point of view.

To generate parliamentary support for this initiative MCIA is asking all to write to their Member of Parliament, asking them to support EDM 1462.

Link to example letter: http://bit.ly/CBTmemsupport

Link to business example letter: http://bit.ly/CBTbussupport

Link to your MP’s https://members.parliament.uk/FindYourMP

ENDS

Contact MAG at 01926 844 064 or central-office@mag-uk.org

Dear all, please find attached minutes of recent meeting.

So unfortunately we are still in lockdown, but you know what, I’m starting to feel better. On my daily exercise walks I see snowdrops on the roadside and there are spring lambs springing in the fields. The days are getting longer, the R number is just below one, all of the old folks have had their Covid jab and I am going for mine this afternoon. It certainly feels like we’re going in the right direction. My bike has had it’s now customary lockdown fettle and I can’t wait to get back out on it with all my fellow HAB riders. Boris will soon be making his announcement as to how we can come out of lockdown and your committee members will be closely watching this, together with the guidance of IAM Road smart, to get us back on the road as soon as possible.  Bob Hill, our Chief Observer, tells me he and the Observers are poised to restart the training with their Associates who have been waiting patiently. A few new Associate members have joined since lockdown and they will be quickly introduced to their Observer. Barry Ring, our ride-out coordinator, is also just waiting for the word to commence our usual ride-out schedule, though possibly modified if necessary, so that we can meet up together and enjoy our bikes and company. Some ideas are already being mooted for longer trips of, say, 2/3 days should there be a demand.

In anticipation of possible 2021 winter evening meetings we are putting out feelers for speakers and would ask any members with ideas for this to let us know.

The club AGM has been put back this year to May initially thinking we might have been able to meet in person indoors, but this looks highly unlikely now. Accordingly the meeting will have to be a virtual ZOOM affair and it is hopeful that as many of you as possible will take part.
As always we are looking for new members to join the committee and I would ask everyone to consider this. It is beneficial for the Club to have fresh thinking and ideas on how it is run. Could I ask at this point that any member who has not yet paid their subs to do so as soon as possible. We need to do our best to keep numbers up and to keep the club viable.

Fingers crossed then that we can all be back out riding soon in the spring/summer sunshine.

I look forward to seeing you all then.

John Blanchfield Chairman Harrogate advanced bikes

Dear Members,

I hope that you all remain safe and well, that you had the best
Christmas you could and wishing you all a better 2021 than the last year
has been.

To all of you that have already paid your 2021 annual subscriptions,
thank you. If you have sent me a cheque, it will take some time for me
to get them paid into the bank, so please bear with me.

If you have not yet paid your £15, this can be done at any Lloyd’s Bank
at the counter, (our account is at Harrogate) by BACS via the internet,
sort code 30-93-91, account number 01807888, reference your name. If you
wish to pay by cheque, please send it to R. Stembrowicz, Farthings, 42,
Colber Lane, Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, HG3 3JR. Subscriptions will
also be due from any Associates who passed their advanced tests in 2020
(congratulations by the way).

The committee would like to remind members that they should also pay
their subscriptions to the IAM separately, in order to qualify for HAB
membership.

We look forward to seeing you at future meetings.

Best wishes,

Richard Stembrowicz

Treasurer

Only 11,469 miles with full-service history. Last service in March 20 at 9299 miles. Mot until March 21. Fitted with bespoke paint protection film since new, regularly valeted and stored over winter so never used on salty roads, which is reflected in the condition. Road use only (no track days) and original factory specification including ABS/Traction control/power modes plus an Akropovic exhaust (standard system available), crash protectors and battery conditioner plug. £6,950. This is my son’s bike but please call me first, Graham Crowther 07792 982133

Cheers,

Graham

Dear Members,

I know that it has been a difficult year with very little club activity, so thank you for your patience and also to all those who continued to organise, lead and tail-end ride-outs.

The annual subscriptions become due on the 1st January, remaining at £15 per member. They will also be due from any Associates who passed their advanced tests in 2020 (congratulations by the way).

The committee would like to remind members that they should also pay their subscriptions to the IAM separately, in order to qualify for HAB membership.

Subscriptions can be paid to any Lloyd’s Bank at the counter, (our account is at Harrogate) by BACS via the internet, sort code 30-93-91, account number 01807888, reference your name. If you wish to pay by cheque, please send it to R. Stembrowicz, Farthings, 42, Colber Lane, Bishop Thornton, Harrogate, HG3 3JR. We hope that you all wish to remain members and look forward to seeing you at future meetings.

Best wishes,

Richard Stembrowicz

Treasurer

Dear Membership

Please find below minutes of committee meeting held 28th September 2020 via Zoom

If you have any questions please address them to me at pjd0568@gmail.com and I will pass on to the committee.

Thanks

Paul

A little about me, I ride a Pan European ST1300, the Beast I call it, I took my test 7 years ago and after importing the Beast from California after riding the Pacific HWY 1 I couldn’t live without it.

Dear member

You will by now have received your Autumn edition of RoadSmart magazine from the IAM which included their AGM Notice. You will see that it is their desire to increase annual subscriptions to £42 (£38 if paid by Direct Debit). Given the severely limited activity that had been available this year and the financial hardships that have been created for many, you might, like me, think this increase inappropriate.

There is a form of proxy included with the Notice where you can vote for or against this increase. The form simply needs completing and sending to IAM RoadSmart or scanning and emailing.

Fill in your details and leave the name of the proxy blank and the Chair of the meeting will have your vote.

Subscription to HAB will not increase this year to reflect the limited activity we have been able to provide.

John Blanchfield
Chairman HAB