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__**Journal wk 13**__
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__**Journal wk 16**__
 * Monday 18/10/10** - Continueing with work, close to the end of year and stressing about the finished product.


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__**Journal wk 19**__
 * Monday 8/11/10** - I have finished my Ebsco Host assignment, finding 5 related articles about my topic on Motor Bikes.

** __ Council Bikers in the wars  __ ** Section: News—National Source: Dominion Post, The; 14/08/2010, PA19 Document type: Article Abstract: Hidden obstacles and slippery surfaces are proving too much motorbikes-riding Greater Wellington regional council staff, forcing a rethink of training. Database: Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre Hidden obstacles and slippery surfaces are proving too much for motorbike-riding Greater Wellington regional council staff, forcing a rethink of training. Staff had 15 crashes on motorbikes and six on quad bikes in the past financial year - with five of the motorbike crashes keeping staff off work. Among injuries were a serious burn from the exhaust after one man lost control of his bike and it landed on him, and an infected arm after a staff member rode over an unseen hole and came off his motorbike. All of the lost-time injuries were off-road at slow speed, and were due to BioWorks pest control riders falling off their bikes after hitting unseen obstacles or riding across slippery surfaces. The accidents had prompted a review of training, a council spokesman said. A trainer would improve off-road motorbike driving skills. ** __ Unlicensed motorcyclist killed in bush accident  __ ** Source: ABC Regional News; 26/07/2010 Database: Australia/ New Zealand Reference Centre Police are urging motorcyclists to take care when riding on bush tracks after the death of a 20-year-old rider at the weekend. The Golden Square man was riding with his 24-year-old friend on the Dodder Track at Wellsford near Bendigo on Saturday afternoon when one bike clipped the other. The 20-year-old was thrown from his bike and hit a tree. He died at the scene. Sergeant Geoff Annand, from the Bendigo Highway Patrol, says the riders were not licensed and did not have registered vehicles. "Motorcyclists riding in the bush areas around Bendigo must realise that they need to be licensed and have registered motorbikes," he said. "Also that even though they're in a bush environment that they need to take just as much care as when they're out on the roads." (c) 2010, Australian Broadcasting Corporation. All rights reserved. ** __Superbike school is super cool __ ** Source: Sun, The; 02.07.2010, p6-6, 1 Abstract: When it comes to riding motorbikes you never stop learning new things, and that’s not just an idle cliché – even professional racers will tel you that. After quite a few years of road riding and a handful or ragged track days I finally decided it was tiem for me to get some professional help. Region/ Area: eire Database: Australia/ New Zealand Reference Centre When it comes to riding motorbikes you never stop learning new things, and that's not just an idle cliche — even professional racers will tell you that. After quite a few years of road riding and a handful of ragged track days I finally decided it was time for me to get some professional help. And when it comes to rider training, it doesn't get any more professional than the California Superbike School. The course takes place in August so there's a better chance of good weather — but even if it rains the school goes ahead. In fact, participants who have taken the course in the wet say they probably learn more as things get a lot more technical. The day kicks off with a safety briefing and a classroom session in which the theory of what we were about to do on track was explained. I have to admit to being a bit shocked when we, a bunch of Level 1 novices, were told we weren't allowed to use our brakes at any point in the first couple of track sessions. The idea was to make us more aware of our speed and to focus our concentration on throttle smoothness. I got black flagged for braking at the end of the start-finish straight but, in my defence, I was riding a borrowed BMW K1300S which was zippier than I was expecting. Once I did what I was told, I started to learn things quickly. Like most new track riders, I was totally unaware just how hard you can tip a bike into a corner. Without the brakes to lean on for mental comfort, I had no choice but to trust the bike and dive into the bends. Seeing how fast I could actually turn in was a real eye-opener, as was the instructors' tip on how to grip the bike between your legs to take the pressure off your arms and free up the steering more. Obvious stuff that nonetheless needs pointing out. It's an intense and challenging day but what you learn does stick. The next time I went out on track I finally (and unintentionally) found myself getting the proverbial knee down, something I never would have achieved without my California Superbike School tuition. And that, remember, was after Level 1 — there are three more levels to go! <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">The CSS returns to Mondello this August and a day's tuition costs '450 and if you're bike's not suitable, they rent Yamaha R6s for the day as well for a few quid more. ** __ Bikie madness  __ ** Source: Knox Leader; 22.06.2010, p9-9, 1 Database: Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre Abstract: Police are cracking down on youngsters illegally riding unregistered motorbikes after a series of incidents across Knox. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">POLICE are cracking down on youngsters illegally riding unregistered motorbikes after a series of incidents across Knox. Three teenagers have been arrested in the past month after incidents in Wantirna South, Knoxfield and Ferntree Gully. Sen-Constable Sam Roach said a 15-year-old Wantirna South boy had been charged after a hit and run collision on Park Boulevard, Ferntree Gully, on May 26. And another Wantirna South boy, 15, also faces a list of charges, including reckless conduct endangering people, after fleeing police while riding an unregistered motorbike on May 19. A 17-year-old Upwey boy will also be questioned regarding the handling of stolen motorcycle parts. ``With each of these incidents, both motorbikes had passengers and neither the riders nor the passengers were wearing helmets,'' Sen-Constable Roach said. He said police had also issued a number of on-the-spot fines to teenagers for being unlicensed, riding unregistered motorbikes and for not wearing helmets. ``These people are risking their lives, the lives of their passengers and all innocent pedestrians who may be unlucky enough the get in their way,'' he said. ``They are riding on roads, on bike tracks and through children's playgrounds and show no regard for the safety of others.'' He said police were appealing for all people who own unregistered motorbikes to record the engine numbers at home. ``These motorbikes are becoming very popular among thieves and it is difficult for police to return any recovered stolen motorbikes to their rightful owners if the engine number has not been recorded,'' he said. He said owners should also consider engraving their driver's license number on the frame. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;"> <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;"> ** __<span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Motorcycle safety __ ** <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Source: Nelson Mail, The; 14.06.2010, p09 <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Database: Australia/ New Zealand Reference Centre <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Abstract: Sir, after a recent article and subsequent letters regarding motorcycle safety, riding habits and middle aged riders, I thought it appropriate to inform readers of the motorbike campaigns managed by Tasman District Council. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Sir, after a recent article and subsequent letters regarding motorcycle safety, riding habits and middle aged riders, I thought it appropriate to inform readers of the motorbike campaigns managed by Tasman District Council. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">These campaigns ultimately work towards reducing the number of crashes involving motorbikes on the district's roads. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">One activity is organising motorbike training courses. These can provide training, up-skilling and a refresher of skills for all ages and abilities, and on any type of bike or scooter. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">As bikes are constantly evolving there is always a new skill to be learnt. Many riders will admit that everyone can benefit from some form of training to keep skills up to date to increase safety, confidence and, ultimately, enjoyment on the road. The region is now fortunate to have two local training providers. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;">Recent discussions with motorcyclists have made us aware that many do not know who to contact if they come across a safety issue on the district's roads. A flyer has been developed that will highlight details of who to contact for these issues. <span style="color: #333333; font-family: 'Calibri','sans-serif'; font-size: 11pt;"> **Wednesday 13/10/10 -**
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