Motorcycle and scooter riders 15th annual commuting day is Wednesday, July 19th. Participation in the yearly demonstration is estimated to triple the number of riders on the road.
Motorcycle and scooter groups and organizations actively encourage riders to commute by cycle on this day. On Ride to Work Day, motorcycle and scooter commuters seek improved employer recognition and support for this form of transportation as well as increased public and government awareness of the positive value of riding. Adding more motorcycles and scooters to everyones daily commute makes urban parking easier and traffic flow better, according to Ride to Work, a non-profit advocacy organization.
Studies have also shown that across the same distances, motorcyclists reach their destinations faster than those using automobiles. Many motorcycles and scooters also consume less resources per mile than automobiles. “Riding to work on this day is fun and shows the positive value of motorcycling. For many people, riding is a socially responsible form of mobility that saves energy, helps the environment and provides a broad range of other public benefits,” stated Andy Goldfine, this years event organizer.
For more information on the event, visit www.ridetowork.org.