Motorcycles in Mallorca: Eco-Sustainable Vehicle

Riding a motorcycle in Mallorca: An ecologically sustainable choice.

Within the United Nations framework for achieving global sustainable development, the 2030 Agenda is presented as an action plan for people, planet and prosperity.

Sustainability implies the protection and rational use of nature and the environment. Factors such as preserving the environment, turning to renewable energy, saving water, innovating in sustainable architecture and promoting sustainable mobility will help preserve the environment. The actions we can take in our daily lives are closely linked to the decisions that affect our lives.

Sustainability is therefore one of the key objectives of motorcycle manufacturers and the component industry. Improvements in vehicle technology in recent years have made it possible for motorcycles, scooters and mopeds to comply with the stringent emission regulations imposed by the European Union, commonly known as the Euro classification.

In fact, from this point of view, two-wheeled mobility is the most environmentally friendly mobility option.

In recent years, traffic in our cities has become a much more complex reality, with different types of vehicles circulating, each with its own characteristics: cars, motorcycles, bicycles, buses, the metro, scooters, pedestrians, all sharing public space and helping to define the mobility model of cities and beyond. In the case of motorcycles, for example, up to 5 million Spaniards use them to get around. This number of users is constantly growing, and two-wheeled vehicles represent an adequate mobility alternative according to the needs of each individual.

In fact, motorcycles have many advantages, which we will analyse below.

For example, in terms of urban mobility, it reduces travel time. If you travel by motorcycle, you will reduce your journey time by 50 to 70%, thus helping to reduce traffic congestion, which is a major problem in cities.

Not only that, but motorcycles are also part of the solution to another major urban problem: increased pollution.

If 10 per cent of motorised vehicles were replaced by motorcycles, CO2 emissions in Spain would fall by 46 per cent, as motorcycles emit around 50 per cent less of this pollutant.

The positive contribution of sustainable motorcycling is clear.

The motorcycle is an ally of sustainable mobility for the following reasons:

It reduces traffic congestion:

- A motorcycle takes up 3 times less space in traffic than a car and 5 times less parking space.

- It penetrates congested traffic and reduces congestion to the benefit of all road users.

The motorcycle is an excellent solution for reducing traffic congestion in cities. There are several reasons why a motorcycle can help reduce congestion:

Compact size: Motorcycles are much smaller than cars, which allows them to move easily through heavy traffic. They can squeeze in between cars and into small spaces, reducing congestion.

Parking: Motorcycles take up much less space than cars, which means there are many more parking spaces available in the city. This eliminates the need to search for a parking space, reducing congestion and pollution.

Reduced travel time: motorcycles can move faster than cars in congested traffic, avoid traffic jams and reach their destination faster.

Increased mobility: motorcycles can access areas that are inaccessible to cars, such as narrow streets and alleyways, giving users greater mobility.

It is important to remember that riding a motorcycle in urban traffic can also be dangerous due to the lack of protection and visibility for other drivers. It is therefore essential to always have the appropriate protective equipment to ensure safety.

Purchase and maintenance make the motorcycle an affordable vehicle.

Compared to a car, a motorcycle is an affordable vehicle in terms of purchase and maintenance. In terms of maintenance, motorcycles require fewer parts and components, which means that replacement repair costs are lower. At the same time, motorcycles are easier to repair and maintain, which reduces labour costs and contributes to recycling.

Motorcycles consume less fuel than cars, which translates into cost savings in the long run, especially important in today's climate of rising fuel prices.

Motorcycles are cheaper to buy than cars, especially when compared to low- and mid-range models. This allows people with a limited budget to have access to a personal means of transport at an acceptable price.

In summary, the motorcycle is a cost-effective vehicle to buy and maintain due to its lower purchase price, lower fuel consumption and lower maintenance costs.

These are some of the reasons why many people choose motorcycles as an economical way to get around.

Saving on parking costs: in most cities, motorcycles can be parked for free, which represents a significant saving for users.

Lower insurance costs: Motorcycle insurance is cheaper than car insurance.

It efficiently covers all types of urban and intercity travel.

The motorcycle covers a range of distances and is widely used as a means of transport all over the world. Small, nimble motorcycles are used for travel in urban areas, larger ones for longer distances and enduro bikes for travelling on unpaved roads.

Motorcycles are renowned for their fuel efficiency and ability to weave through traffic.

This means they emit less carbon dioxide relative to their size and weight.

This helps to reduce the amount of carbon dioxide by reducing the impact on climate change.

Motorcycles emit 50% less CO2 than other motorised vehicles; replacing 10% of cars with motorcycles would reduce total CO2 and NOX and PM 2.5 emissions by 6%.

The motorcycle industry has made a qualitative leap in reducing emissions; suffice it to say that, from January 2021, all internal combustion motorcycles sold in Spain will comply with the Euro 5 standard, which has enormously reduced the emissions of our two-wheeled friends by up to 92% in terms of CO2, hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides.

Motorcycles are a greener alternative to cars and contribute more to the fight against climate change.

Official source: INFORME Moto Vehiculo Soatenible

FBM Federaciò Balear Motociclisme, AEMOT Associacion Empresarios Motocicletas, Mallorca Mototurismo.

GETTING AROUND MAJORCA IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE WAY

Looking specifically at the island of Mallorca, we can certainly confirm the above. On the island of Mallorca, 1,150,000 cars circulate daily during the summer period. It is obvious that such a large number of vehicles on a relatively small island causes undeniable traffic congestion, both in the main towns and in the most interesting tourist areas, such as beaches, monasteries and, last but not least, the world-famous Serra de Tramuntana mountain range. Traffic congestion not only causes enormous environmental damage, but is also a major source of stress for people, especially those who are on holiday and want to enjoy a relaxing environment.

The CO2 contribution of all these vehicles, when added to the huge amount of air traffic, both public and private, and the huge amount of cruise ship traffic, will soon lead to a problematic situation.

After all, you need to be able to get around the island to see and enjoy all the beauty that Mallorca has to offer. A valid alternative that offers not only practicality but also an adventure within an adventure is to rent a motorbike, preferably a quality one from a reputable company. Mallorca Moto Rent Ducati offers you a wide range of Ducati motorcycles to suit every need, style and riding ability, as well as an all-round service that has been awarded 5 stars by our customers.

Travelling around the island of Mallorca on a rented motorcycle has the following advantages

- You will help to reduce traffic congestion, with obvious environmental benefits.

- You will be able to move freely in the centre of Palma without being subject to any restrictions, since motorcycles are considered to be environmentally friendly vehicles.

- You will be able to park FREE OF CHARGE in any of the many areas dedicated to motorcycles (P MOTOS), avoiding the long queues and high costs reserved for cars in underground car parks.

- Many hotels in Palma have no parking spaces, but they usually have a special area for motorbikes and scooters. Long waits and endless loops in search of a parking space are avoided.

Getting around Mallorca on a motorcycle is ideal! Getting to the most interesting places and the most beautiful beaches by motorcycle is much easier and more comfortable; skipping the queues, arriving at your destination without worrying about finding a parking space will make your holiday even better.

- Needless to say, an aspect known to all motorcyclists is that travelling on a motorcycle puts you in contact with the environment, with nature, which surrounds you 100 times more than a tin box that imprisons you and deprives you of the sensations, the typical scents of the Mediterranean.

All this is just the outline of our work; with our rental DUCATI, all Euro 5, we always want to be able to offer you your best

DUCATI EXPERIENCE IN MALLORCA that combines fun, practicality and 100% satisfaction with total respect for the environment that this fantastic island offers us.