Track schools: Helping you make the most of your bike
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A track school can be an ideal way for motorcycle owners to learn how to enjoy their bikes to the full, says direct insurer MiWay’s head of bike insurance Terry Terblanche.
“Track schools are safe and controlled environments, hosted by professional or very experienced riders at racetracks around the country,” says Terblanche. “It’s a great way for motorbike enthusiasts to learn the finer skills of riding and handling. Classes range from beginner to advanced and will typically include subjects like correct braking techniques, throttle control and corner handling.”
Track schools are also a good option for speed lovers, adds Terblanche. “Fast riding on public roads is dangerous and illegal. In the controlled environment of a track school, the risks are much lower.”
This safety depends, of course, on choosing the right track school. “The experience and reputation of the coaches is critical,” says Terblanche. “If you want to make the most of your investment in training, research the options online and ask around for references before you make a booking.”
Questions you should ask, suggests Terblanche, include: Do you need your own bike? What happens if you’re involved in a crash on a school bike? What are your personal responsibilities and liabilities? Will there be marshals at the track? And, will there be medics present?
Finally, he notes, you should check with your insurer that you are covered for activities at this particular track school, and ask how it might affect your premium.
“MiWay includes using your bike at a track school in our standard cover because it’s an excellent way to improve riding skills and overall safety,” he says. “But we will only cover approved tracks, so it’s important to make sure your chosen school is on our list. And we don’t cover open track days, so make sure you understand the difference.”
If you do claim as a result of something that happens at a track school, you will also be charged an additional excess, notes Terblanche.
Source: BlackBook Communications
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