The Daily Commuter
Here you find interesting posts about the bikes that suit that daily ride into work and the return journey wherever you are in Ireland. Here the focus is on reliability, fuel efficiency, and filtering capability. It’s also a great place to get some idea’s for jobs riding motorcycles.
Commuter Motorcycles
Honda NC750X
Renowned for its fuel economy, built-in storage, and automatic DCT option, make the Honda NC750X ideal for city traffic.
Triumph Tiger Sport 660
A versatile middleweight offering excellent wind protection, comfort, and a 200+ mile range.
Suzuki V-Strom 650
Frequently praised for its reliability, comfort, and ability to handle, according to many riders and luggage carrying capability for long commutes.
Honda CB500X / NX500
A popular, A2-friendly, and reliable bike, that handles well making it ideal for mixed-speed commuting.
Honda PCX 125
A top choice for urban riding, with fuel-sipping economy when commuting, offering high reliability as one expects from a Honda.
Yamaha NMAX
A premium, sporty commuter scooter (available in 125cc or 155cc) designed for urban agility and efficiency. It features a liquid-cooled Blue Core engine, ABS, traction control, and a connected LCD dashboard with smartphone integration via the MyRide app.
KTM 390 Duke
A high-performance, lightweight “naked” motorcycle powered by a new 399cc single-cylinder engine (44.3 hp, 39 Nm torque). It features a redesigned steel trellis frame, adjustable WP APEX suspension, ride-by-wire, cornering ABS, and a 5-inch TFT display.
Keeway X-Light 125
A modern 125cc café racer featuring a vintage design, 11 HP single-cylinder engine, and 16-liter fuel tank. It is designed for city commuting with features like a digital gauge, USB charging, LED lighting, and ABS.
The Motorcycle at Work
Saving Lives - Blood Bikes
Blood Bikes offers a crucial service to hospitals, medical centres, nursing homes, and GPs across Ireland. Their mission involves delivering and retrieving urgent medical essentials, including whole blood, plasma, breast milk, and other critical items. Their rapid transport solutions fulfil individual patient requirements promptly, playing a pivotal role in life-saving efforts.
Motorcycle Courier
A motorcycle couriers like the fella’s at Courier.ie and Motorcycle Express offers a fast and reliable motorbike delivery service, perfect for urgent deliveries within Ireland during peak hours. Ideal for Small Consignments – Their motorbikes are designed to handle smaller parcels efficiently, making them the perfect choice for: Important documents;
Laptops; Other electronics; Samples and other time-sensitive items.
Fast Food Delivery
The top fast food delivery services in Ireland are Just Eat, Deliveroo, Uber Eats, Food Hub, and WhatsForDinner. These platforms rely on their motorcycle and scooter riders to offer extensive restaurant coverage, including major chains like McDonald’s, KFC, and Supermac’s, with options to track orders in real-time.
Garda Motorcycling
- Join An Garda Síochána: You must pass the entry requirements to become a Garda Trainee, which includes a 104-week training program culminating in a BA Degree in Applied Policing.
- Initial Service: After training, you will be assigned to a station and must work as a regular Garda, gaining experience on the road
2. Move to Roads Policing Unit
- Apply for Specialization: You must apply to join the Roads Policing Unit, which operates police cars and motorcycles.
- Requirements: A clean disciplinary record and strong driving ability are necessary.
3. Specialized Motorcycle Training
- Standard Training: If accepted, you will undergo rigorous training at the Garda College, focusing on advanced machine control, traffic management, and emergency response driving.
- Advanced Training: After gaining experience as a standard Garda motorcyclist, officers can undertake advanced training to become a Class 1 police motorcyclist, which involves expert-level riding and hazard management.
4. Garda BikeSafe Programme (Advantageous)
- To prepare for this role, or to show interest, you can participate in Garda BikeSafe.
- This is a national police-led safety scheme launched in 2023 across Ireland.
- It involves a workshop and an observed ride conducted by an advanced Garda motorcyclist.
- It provides a direct insight into the training methods and standards required to be a Garda rider.
