Off-Road bikes - ASB

Off-Road bikes - ASB

Good morning,

Yesterday, PC WARNER and I were in the area on patrol, providing a visible presence in the community when we saw a motorcycle coming towards us. The rider then took evasive action and ducked down into a nearby side road in what was a clear attempt to avoid detection. We followed and eventually caught the rider, who was too young to hold a driving license or insurance, and was also not even wearing a helmet or any safety gear, putting themselves at considerable risk of injury. 

As a result, the bike was seized from the youngster and they were dealt with accordingly. I receive a lot of reports of young people riding around on bikes that are not road legal, and in an anti-social manner which puts innocent members of the public at risk. As your local beat officer, this is one of my priorities and I am intent in reducing the frequency of this sort of behaviour. 

I will emphasise that using an e-bike or off-road bike on a road comes with the same requirements that a car does: a driving license, insurance and a valid MOT certificate. Those caught riding these bikes without these things will face having the bikes seized, and will be prosecuted. 

Be safe out there.

CB