August 25, 2022
A motorcycle education and awareness event being held in Kingaroy this weekend will try to reduce the shocking rate of injuries and deaths among local motorcyclists.
In the past 10 years there have been 123 motorcycle crashes in the South Burnett, according to official statistics.
These crashes caused six fatalities and left 114 riders injured – a horrific result that Kingaroy police want to address.
On Saturday (August 27), the South Burnett Motorcycle Training complex at 10258 Bunya Highway south-west of Kingaroy will be hosting “The Shiny Side Up” to help raise awareness about motorcycle safety.
This will be the first time the Brisbane-based event has been run in the region, and it has been designed especially for motorcycling enthusiasts.
Former professional motorcycle racer Garry McCoy will be attending, and so will the Shannon’s Super Rig and its exciting driving simulators.
There’ll be a wide range of motorcycle and industry displays and demonstrations in the grounds along with food stalls, and lots of prizes to be won.
Traffic police will also be giving demonstrations of motorcycle vehicle manoeuvres and explaining the importance of stopping distances, riding to conditions and “ride craft” – that is, the ability to anticipate and react to situations in ways that significantly reduce or eliminate the chance of coming to grief.
The day will get underway at 10:00am and run until late.
Admission is by gold coin donation.
