Counties Manukau Police are urging motorcyclists to don the appropriate gear before getting in the seat, after a series of serious crashes involving riders.
Road Policing Manager Inspector Tony Wakelin says it¡¯s heartbreaking having to tell loved ones that someone has been seriously hurt or killed in a crash ¨C and even more so when that situation might have been prevented.
¡°In several recent crashes we¡¯ve found riders without helmets, in some cases with devastating consequences.
¡°We¡¯re asking motorcyclists to please, think about your loved ones when you¡¯re heading out on the bike. What you do affects them too.
¡°Putting on a helmet is a simple step that takes a couple of seconds, and it could save your life or prevent a serious injury or lifelong disability.?
¡°Please, take those few seconds to get your gear on and properly fitted ¨C you never know if today¡¯s the day it will save your life.¡±
Please ride safely and if you¡¯re not licensed to ride a motorcycle, it¡¯s simple ¨C don¡¯t get in the seat.
More tips for riding safely can be found on .
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