Enough is enough
Action is demanded!
An organisation called Motorcyclists of Ireland will be organising a rideout on this coming March 23rd. The object of the exercise is to bring attention to and protest against the alarming rise in organised motorcycle thefts here in Ireland and particularly in Dublin.
This event has been organised by a group of concerned riders as well as motorcycle enthusiasts and it aims to raise awareness about this issue. As part of this the group will also be calling and call for greater resources to allow An Garda Siochana to combat this criminal activity.
Lock it or loose it!
In recent years, motorcycle theft has become a significant concern for riders in Ireland, with organised gangs targeting bikes for theft, joyriding and resale.
This activity not only results in financial losses for owners but it also poses a serious safety risk to riders and the public, with thieves, who are often armed, threatening physical harm to those who attempt to intervene.
Empowering Gardai
If you’d like to take part in the rideout and make your voice heard on this very important topic, then join the run at the Maxol Petrol Station at the junction of the LongMile Road and the N7. Motorcyclists are invited to meet at the location from 11am with the event riding out at 12 noon.
From there the group will ride through Crumlin, The Coombe and past St.
Patrick's cathedral. Once the rideout has reached St Stephens Green there will be Garda support and the ride will conclude at Molesworth Street.
Participants are invited to display banners and signs calling for action against
motorcycle theft and they will also highlight the need for increased resources and
protection to permit intervention to tackle the crime networks behind these
thefts.
The Ride-out will finish close to Leinster House, where participants will
Invited to submit a petition approaching 2,000 signatures. To sign the petition see the QR code below:
