The FFMC calls for a boycott of the technical inspection of motorized two-wheelers (CT2RM), despite the entry into force of this measure. Although this battle is long, the fight is not over. We remain firm in our position and more determined than ever to defend the interests of bikers.
A boycott that is bearing fruit: the figures speak
Contrary to what some critics of the movement claim, the boycott works. Fewer than 500,000 motorcycles have presented themselves for technical inspection so far, while the motorized two-wheeler fleet should have included nearly 2.3 million vehicles, according to regulations. So almost 80% of bikers have not passed through the CT2RM box. Although technical inspection is now compulsory, a majority of motorcyclists refuse to submit to this obligation.
This resistance shows that opposition to this measure is much broader than we think. These figures demonstrate massive disinterest and refusal of this regulation.
Why maintain the boycott?
The main objective of the boycott is to affect the profitability of technical inspection centers. The latter have already (a little) invested – a workshop crutch – and above all by arranging spaces and “training” their staff.
However, they are operating on a provisional license which expires next year. And the constraints must become even more severe next year.
In short, if the majority of motorcyclists continue not to comply with this obligation, the profitability of centers that provide CT2RM will be greatly reduced. These centers will have difficulty making their investments profitable if the vehicles concerned do not pass inspection.
By continuing the boycott, we are sending a clear message: if the control centers do not want to see their investment become obsolete, we will have to question the excessive requirements of technical inspection and opt for measures more proportionate to the real safety needs of drivers. .
The tightening of technical inspection: a new investment necessary
With the new rules which will come into force from 2025, controls will be even stricter. This means that technical inspection centers will have to reinvest to equip themselves with new equipment, such as sound level meters or devices to measure the maximum speed of mopeds. This new equipment will require additional training for controllers.
Each tightening of standards requires centers to rethink their strategy and their economic model. It is all the more important to maintain pressure on them: the longer we continue to boycott, the more they will face additional costs and uncertain profitability.
80% boycott, this will remind the oldest of us. This is the rate of bikers who boycotted the motorcycle sticker in 1980. Vignette which was finally withdrawn…
Don't pass the inspection, pass the message!
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