A motorcycle advocacy group wants riders to prove just how green two-wheels can be during the upcoming European Mobility Week.

Taking place throughout Europe between the 16th and 22nd of September, the Motor Cycle Industry Association wants riders to do their bit for greener travel and healthier cities by taking their bike out everyday.

During the week, people across Europe come together to tackle the increase in pollution and related problems associated with transport in towns and cities. The MCIA feels ‘In Town Without My Car,’ taking place on the 22nd September, is the perfect opportunity for riders of motorcycles and scooters to demonstrate how two-wheels can help in the battle for less congested roads and reduced pollution.

According the advocacy group, the green advantages of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters are clear. On CO2 emissions overall two-wheels already beats the standards set by the European union for cars.

And what's more, motorcycles generally don't sit in traffic or in traffic jams with their engines idling, which means that total Co2 emitted will always be lower for any given journey.
Motorcycle get even greener when it considered that they take on average only half as long as a car to do a similar journey in town, and take up less space when parked.

MCI Spokesperson, Sheila Rainger commented, “Events like European Mobility Week must not let the best be the enemy of the good. PTWs are cleaner than cars, take up less space on our congestion urban roads, and can comfortably handle journeys that would be a daunting distance for novice bicyclists."

“60% of cars on the road have only one occupant. Around 80% of car commuters are travelling solo. If even a small proportion of these switched to P2Ws, rush hours would be less congested, and no additional burden would be placed on public transport systems already bursting at the seams," she continues.

“Motorcycles, mopeds and scooters offer a practical, cost-effective alternative to the car for those who can't or won't cycle or walk. Choosing two-wheels won’t add to the pressures onto the public transport system, will help to reduce congestion and also offers clear environmental benefits," Rainger notes, "Now's the time for everyone who is serious about promoting sustainable travel to recognize the motorcycles and scooters as part of the solution.”