I have commuted by motorcycle both in Auckland and Tauranga for 53 years. Throughout that time I have lane-split in order to get through the traffic congestion. I do it slowly and carefully and up until Tuesday, [December 15^th] without incident.

On Tuesday I stuffed up and scraped two vehicles. I sincerely apologise to the people concerned. Basically I had forgotten I had installed my travel panniers in order to carry some parcels which made the bike much wider than normal.

If those affected wish to try and get in contact I would be willing to pay a reasonable amount to rectify the paint damage. I am not keen to advertise my phone number but maybe they can try through the Sun as they will now have my email address.

Dave B, Tauranga.