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Should motorcycles be able to use bus lanes everywhere?
Welcome to The Hapless Bikers, In today's video, we dive into the hotly debated proposal to allow motorcycles to use bus lanes across England. Currently, motorcycles can only use a bus lane if the local authority in charge permits it, usually indicated by signs at the start of the bus lanes. But what if motorcycles were allowed in bus lanes by default?
Link to the Government proposal: www.gov.uk/government/consultations/motorcycles-in-bus-lanes/motorcycles-in-bus-lanes
Key Points Discussed:
Current Regulations: Understanding the existing rules for motorcycle use in bus lanes.
Benefits of the Proposal: How allowing motorcycles in bus lanes could reduce traffic congestion, improve safety, and offer environmental benefits.
Potential Challenges: Addressing concerns about conflicts with buses and cyclists, and the impact on public transport efficiency.
Case Studies: Insights from cities like London, Bristol, and Birmingham, where motorcycles are already allowed in some bus lanes.
Conclusion: Weighing the pros and cons to see if this proposal could be the future of urban transport in England.
Join the Discussion:
What do you think about this proposal? Should motorcycles be allowed in bus lanes by default? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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Komentáře

  • @marcuslucas9521
    @marcuslucas9521 Před 2 měsíci

    😬 "Promo SM"

  • @Jack-bs6zb
    @Jack-bs6zb Před 2 měsíci

    So cars for the elites (ie them) are exempt,

  • @ooWandereroo
    @ooWandereroo Před 2 měsíci

    Hell NO

  • @nocapoca5313
    @nocapoca5313 Před 2 měsíci

    Looks like I'll have a new bike in 2029 and maybe one more in 2034

  • @Yoshi-bm3wq
    @Yoshi-bm3wq Před 2 měsíci

    First, in 1960s and 1970s there was scare of global freeze. Since this did not produced desired effect it was replaced with @ hole in Ozone layer over Antarctica, this failed too. So they come up with a "global warming scam|" this failed too. as all the heat record from early 20 century was not broken. Now! new scare, "climate change" Change into what? Its not cooling, nor heating, so what is this all about? By the way, last 6 months here in UK freezes my ass so much, I plan to relocate some place warmer than this old fridge.

  • @gerhardbotha7336
    @gerhardbotha7336 Před 2 měsíci

    Europe kills freedom. They want a law for everything.

  • @derekbaker2738
    @derekbaker2738 Před 2 měsíci

    Electric bikes are not for me, neither are they environmentally friendly.

  • @minatormyth
    @minatormyth Před 2 měsíci

    You say the phrase "climate change" that you have been spoon feed like it's actually a thing, and not a great con lead by the wef

  • @user-vj4kb8gh2e
    @user-vj4kb8gh2e Před 2 měsíci

    But but. We not under the EU Parliament anyway. Brexit.....!?

  • @alexmartin1006
    @alexmartin1006 Před 2 měsíci

    Free electric power 😂 yeah right

  • @cunawarit
    @cunawarit Před 2 měsíci

    People spend too long thinking of the inherent sounds of different types of propulsion. I actually do wish we weren't doing this net zero thing, and I have concerns about what will happen to cars and bikes because of the change. But in the whole scheme of things, the sound isn't that important.

    • @lss7850
      @lss7850 Před 2 měsíci

      Obnoxious noise is a big part of biker culture and showing off. Same goes for many muscle cars, sports cars, and ricers with muffler delete.

    • @svr5423
      @svr5423 Před 2 měsíci

      Net zero is not really the goal. We could have had this 20 years ago with biofuels.

    • @kostaskorovesis5074
      @kostaskorovesis5074 Před 2 měsíci

      @@svr5423 you know biofuel still burns and pollute right?

    • @svr5423
      @svr5423 Před 2 měsíci

      @@kostaskorovesis5074 you know that battery production damages the environment, right?

    • @kostaskorovesis5074
      @kostaskorovesis5074 Před 2 měsíci

      @@svr5423 I said nothing about batteries or their production. You said biofuel has zero impact...

  • @differenttan7366
    @differenttan7366 Před 2 měsíci

    I don’t think I need a petrol engine to enjoy riding, in fact I could sometimes do without the buzzy feeling after a long ride. That said the current crop are to heavy, expensive and don’t cater to my taste, however ten years is a long time, and electric /hydrogen vehicles still have a lot of room to evolve maybe they can sort the problems out by then.

    • @svr5423
      @svr5423 Před 2 měsíci

      Motorcycles don't work well as BEVs. For weight and handling purposes, the battery space is limited (for cars, they can weigh up to 3.5 tons more easily). Then the charging issue is still not solved. Imagine a group of 16 people pulling up to the village's local charger, how long until all motorcycles are fully charged and they can take off again?

  • @ASTRDGLS
    @ASTRDGLS Před 2 měsíci

    simple, replace engine sounds by loud cat meow sounds played by speaker XD

  • @TheDennzio
    @TheDennzio Před 4 měsíci

    typical millenial faff. Me: hey man let's ride...buddy: yep let's go. the 70s were so much less narcissitic.

    • @thehaplessbikers8728
      @thehaplessbikers8728 Před 4 měsíci

      Life was so much easier it feels, just grab keys and get on bike, meet your mates and ride out your troubles

  • @VladRD
    @VladRD Před 4 měsíci

    Nice video! Keep up the good work! I have a question to you sir, do you happen to know anything about long term reliability of Brixton motorcycle (especially on the 500 crossfire?

    • @thehaplessbikers8728
      @thehaplessbikers8728 Před 4 měsíci

      I have not mate, I’ll have a look into that and if there’s a bike or dealer nearby I’ll see about a test ride. Hopefully a video coming soon

  • @philcaffrey
    @philcaffrey Před 5 měsíci

    I always ride in a staggered position out of the blind spot for exactly this reason. Lucky escape.

  • @MotorcycleDan
    @MotorcycleDan Před 5 měsíci

    Jesus christ! That was a near miss. I'm guessing the driver was totally clueless that you were even there 😶! But to answer the question: Yes, they should.

  • @NadiraHasan-ch2zo
    @NadiraHasan-ch2zo Před 6 měsíci

    অনেক সুন্দর অনেক অনেক

  • @BibTheBoulderTheOriginalOne

    Happy New Year. Here's hoping 2024 is drier than 2023... What bike are you running? I have long wanted to do a bike vlog but would not know where to start... Good luck with the channel.

    • @thehaplessbikers8728
      @thehaplessbikers8728 Před 6 měsíci

      Currently a V-Strom 650 XT. A great bike and so easy to ride. I'm hoping to get more videos done and released but feel a boat might be better at the moment. Inn terms of starting a Vlog, just get a camera, doesn't have to be anything special as I'm currently using an old Hero 3 and a cheap Akaso (when I remember to put it on the bike).

  • @Leesboringlife
    @Leesboringlife Před 8 měsíci

    They do that to trucks in round abouts all the time. People being stupid and not paying attention

  • @thehaplessbikers8728
    @thehaplessbikers8728 Před 9 měsíci

    Added the just giving link now, please donate whatever you can spare. Thank you

  • @Selena-Appiah
    @Selena-Appiah Před 9 měsíci

    I love this 🎉

  • @oldman2378
    @oldman2378 Před rokem

    Hope to hear it running before too long👍🏼