Nürburgring to restrict motorcycle laps citing safety concerns
The world-famous famous Nürburgring Nordschleife in Germany has announced that motorcycle riders planning to take lap around the circuit will be restricted to just four days throughout the year. These laps will all be under supervision of trained guides.
The measure was announced as a part of safety changes to the 12.9-mile race circuit. The move is to ensure that shared session between cars and bikes will come to an end. Many however, feel that this move could affect tourism, the Nürburgring being a popular venue for motorcycle tours.
“The safety of all participants is our top priority,” Nürburgring Managing Director, Ingo Böder said. “We have taken a very close look at the situation regarding the simultaneous participation of cars and motorcycles in tourist trips.
“Motorcyclists are particularly at risk because, unlike car drivers, they have no crumple zone,” Böder continued. “That is why we have decided to strictly separate cars and motorcyclists in the future and to restructure the offer for bikers so that they can enjoy the Nürburgring experience as safely as possible.”
For the future, motorbikes will only be allowed on the Nordschleife track on four day-long events with trained guides accompanying them. These will be July 30-31 and August 13-14. Different groups will cater to different experience levels, as in a traditional track day.
“These offers enable participants to experience the unique but challenging track under professional guidance and controlled conditions,” Böder added.
The Nürburgring Grand Prix circuit on the other hand will continue to offer more availability for riders, planning to open 38 times in 2025.
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