MOTORCYCLISTS are being encouraged to attend a Riders Skills Day in Kidderminster to learn more about safety on the roads.

The Safer Roads Partnership in Warwickshire and West Mercia has joined forces with the Kidderminster Advanced Bikers to organise the event, which takes place on Saturday (May 23) at the Motocycle Mart Yamaha, in Stourport Road, from 9.30am to 4.30pm.

Free assessed rides on your own with a qualified observer will be available on the day for those with a full licence on a first-come-first-served basis, but pre-booking is advised by emailing secretary@kidderminster-advanced-bikers.co.uk.

Riders will also have the opportunity to sign up for the Institute of Advanced Motorists Skills for Life programme and take advantage of a substantial cost saving on the price of a course.

Anna Higgins, communications manager at the partnership, said: “The Safer Roads Partnership works with local partners and motorcycling groups to try and reduce the number of motorcyclists killed and injured in collisions.

“Rider skills days are a series of safety events aimed at motorcycle riders. Events aim to help riders improve their skills and be more confident on the roads.”

Derek Baker, secretary of the advanced bikers, said: “We are delighted to be teaming up with the partnership on this important road safety initiative.

“Any riders who sign up for a discounted Skills for Life programme with us on the day will be allocated a local observer who will guide them through the training course.

“The course content is designed to help those riders who wish to improve their skill level, up to IAM advanced test standard, and can only help improve the safety of those involved. You have nothing to lose but everything to gain.”