I'm from Merseyside and v.close to you mototech ... I'm in Bootle. If you're in Maghull and you ride round Skem a lot, you may know Plough Lane junction with Wigan Road (A577) ... unfortunately, I didn't know there was a junction there
... came off there last Friday evening ... bike's back now but still has a few scars (and I've still got the bruises). I've only been riding 8 months so could really do with a few more experienced bikers to go for ride with.
Pete