Safety and fun are a precarious balance when it comes to two wheels. Whether on a bike, motorcycle or scooter, those on two wheels are always weak road users. Together with Francesca Marozza (FMI Institutional Relations Manager) and Giordano Biserni (ASAPS President) we first try to frame the problem.  

Statistics in recent years are complicated to interpret due to lock downs, but the 2021 figures compared to 2019 show a decline. However, the numbers remain daunting: we are talking about 2,875 deaths in total, including nearly 700 motorcyclists and more than 300 scooters and bicycles. 

The main causes are distraction, speed, and disregard for traffic laws. The answer lies in traffic education and controls that are now are delegated too much to electronic devices. What can government and administrations do? 

Safety, however, also translates into greater protection for motorcyclists starting with basic necessities such as - to take one example - road surface maintenance. 

It was also an opportunity to talk about fun and speed, which, however, must always be accompanied by skills and caution. The alternative is there; it is the track. But it is expensive and despite the efforts of the Federation it is not accessible to everyone. 

We conclude by talking about scooters and the real danger of these vehicles beyond demonization. Should helmets be mandatory? Is the government moving in this direction?

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