On Sunday September 14th, 2025 Kickstart your Motorcycle Journey – Bike and Licence Expo, will be held at the Airforce Museum in Wigram.

The focus for the expo is on engaging with people about Ride Forever (ACC’s motorcycle injury prevention program) and attracting those who are new to riding or may have been on their learners or restricted for some time and would like to progress towards their full licence. However, anyone is welcome and it’s FREE to attend and, if you are able to, we would appreciate your help to spread the word.

Local motorcycling retailers will be exhibiting and selling LAMS bikes and motorcycling gear including some great deals on offer, and local motorcycle training schools will be there to provide advice about Ride Forever training and how people can progress towards a full licence.

Anyone who attends can complete our survey and go in the draw to WIN a range of high value prizes from our retailers.

We’ll (yes, me actually) also be running seminars on the following topics throughout the day:
• The quickest way to get your motorcycle licence
• Lanes, lane splitting and filtering like a pro
• Road positioning like a king or queen

This event is not just for new riders. It’s also great for anyone interested in bikes, gear, training and information about the current licence process.
Kickstart is brought to you by Christchurch City Council, Waimakariri District Council, Selwyn District Council, Hurunui District Council, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi and Ride Forever with the support of local motorcycle retailers and trainers.