Bike Insurance Glossary

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'3 in 5 years' (for example)

Means, to get an internet quote you must not have more than 3 claims in the last 5 years.
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'4 in 5 years' (for example)

Means, to be eligible for an Internet quote, you must not have more than 4 driving convictions in the last 5 years.

'Up to 6 points' (for example)

Means, to be eligible for an Internet quote, you must not have more than 6 points on your driving licence.
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'0 in 5 years' (for example)

Means, to be eligible for an Internet quote, you must not have any disqualifications in the last 5 years.
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Some sites offer you the choice of more than one quote or will select the best quote from a panel of insurers. More Definitions
 
'Full' means that full policy details are available on screen.
'Summary' means that there is only a summary of the cover on the screen and you would have to contact the insurer for more details if required.
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'Self' or 'Main User'

Means, to be eligible for an Internet quote, the bike needs to be registered in the proposers name, normally at the same address.

'Family'

Means, to be eligible for an Internet quote, the bike needs to be registered in a family members name, normally at the same address.
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SoreEyes donates 50% of net income from supporting insurers to Sight Savers International, the leading UK charity, which helps prevent blindness and restores sight in developing countries.

'Yes' means that this is a supporting insurer.
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These are the most sophisticated sites enabling you to obtain a firm quotation and buy securely online (or via telephone where preferred). More Definitions
 
Basic non-interactive sites including a form that you can e-mail to request a quote. Expect a response within 1 or 2 days via e-mail, post, fax or telephone. More Definitions
 
These sites only give basic information about the company including contact details. More Definitions