The BMF represents responsible motorcycle riders in the UK. About 260 motorcycle clubs are affiliated to the BMF, giving it more than 6,500 full and 53,000 affiliated members. It campaigns at local, regional, national levels within the UK, and within the
European Union through its membership of the
Federation of European Motorcyclists Associations. It also has representation at the
Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme. It provides a complete range of motorcycle training, from
Compulsory Basic Training for beginners up to its Blue Riband advanced
rider training and training to become a professional motorcycle instructor. The BMF gives advice on a wide range of issues from security to an online road defect reporting system. Other member services include insurance and information that covers motorcycle touring. It also supports numerous motorcycle events held in support of many charities. The BMF's North West Region supports disabled motorcyclists through its sponsorship of a marquee at the National Association for Bikers with a Disability charity's annual You've Been NABBED rally. It also publishes the magazine
Motorcycle Rider. ==Intermediate and advanced motorcycle training==