As the motorcycle season revs up, riders are urged to perform crucial maintenance checks to avoid common mechanical issues. Start Rescue, a prominent breakdown service provider, highlights the importance of such preventive measures.
Lee Puffett, Managing Director of Start Rescue, reports, “Our data indicates that half of all motorcycle breakdowns stem from the engine failing to start or cutting out unexpectedly. Specifically, flat batteries cause 34% of our call-outs, while engine cut-outs account for another 16%. Maintaining a fully charged battery or replacing it when needed is essential.”
Additionally, 30% of motorcycle service calls are related to mechanical failures, including gearbox and clutch problems (11%), chain issues (6%), and other general mechanical faults (13%). The degradation of tyres and fuel systems, often due to prolonged storage over the winter, also contributes to these statistics.
Interestingly, most motorcycle breakdowns occur close to home, prompting Start Rescue to include Local Recovery services up to 10 miles, with most policies offering National Recovery as well.
“Our motorcycle cover is not only one of the most cost-effective options available, but we also extend our services to scooters and mopeds,” says Puffett. “Equipped with the proper tools, our team is ready to either repair or transport your vehicle. We pride ourselves on rapid response times, reaching 77% of incidents within 30 minutes to an hour.”
Start Rescue offers additional personal cover for pillion riders, ensuring protection even in the event of a breakdown. Recognized as Your Money’s Best Breakdown Provider for 2024, Start Rescue is celebrated for its exceptional customer service, affordability, and comprehensive coverage.
The company boasts a 4.4-star rating on Trustpilot, a five-star Defaqto rating, and has been a Which? Recommended Provider for five consecutive years. It also clinched the title for Best Breakdown Cover at the Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards 2024, with a high recommendation rate of 94%.
In the What Car? Survey, Start Rescue was lauded for its swift response times and effective temporary repairs, helping customers continue their journeys without lengthy delays.
Founded in 2009, Start Rescue operates under Call Assist, the fourth largest breakdown and recovery service in the UK, serving over two million customers.
