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Young Aussie fighting for life after a motorbike accident in Bali and in desperate need of money for medical bills – amid a warning about common motorbike insurance mistake
Jayden Gram suffered serious injuries in a motorbike accident while celebrating his graduation in Bali, and needs surgery there before he can return to Australia. His family is facing substantial medical costs, prompting a fundraiser and renewed advice for Australian travellers to check their insurance.
Gram broke his femur and wrist and sustained injuries to his face and body; he had also lost his phone, leaving his mother unsure of his condition before she flew to Bali. As of Wednesday morning, the fundraiser had collected $7,790 towards a $100,000 target. A travel insurance expert warned that motorbike cover may depend on holding the right Australian licence and an International Driving Permit, meeting engine-size limits, wearing helmets and following local rules.
In short
- Jayden Gram needs surgery after a serious Bali motorbike crash.
- His fundraiser had raised $7,790 towards a $100,000 goal.
- Insurance may require the right licence, permit and safety precautions.
Explained simply
Bali is an Indonesian island popular with Australian holidaymakers, many of whom hire motorbikes to get around. Australian travellers may need medical treatment there before they are well enough to fly home, and serious injuries can lead to large bills.
Travel insurance policies differ in what they cover when someone rides a motorbike. Cover may depend on the rider having the required Australian licence and an International Driving Permit, riding within engine-size limits, wearing a helmet and following local laws.
Jayden Gram was visiting Bali to celebrate graduating when he was injured in a motorbike crash. His family is dealing with the cost of his care, while advice to travellers focuses on checking policy conditions before riding.