As the long, cold winter finally comes to a close and bikers begin to welcome in the milder weather of the spring, it is vital to make sure that they are not caught out by potholes.

Because of the extended cold snap many roads are in less than optimum condition and this is particularly treacherous for bike riders. A spokesman for a leading safety organisation has recently explained that unless they are careful riders could easily lose control on damaged roads.

TyreSafe chairman Stuart Jackson noted that long motorbike roads over the Easter period could be a particular trouble spot.

“Bikers rely more on the condition of the roads than car drivers, as any uneven surfaces can be felt directly by the rider when steering and cornering. A deflection caused by a pothole could easily result in the biker losing control of the bike and falling onto the road,” he said.