Inappropriate Use of Motorcycles
The Crime & Disorder Reduction Team at Bracknell Forest Borough Council continue to receive complaints about the use of motorcycles, quad bikes and 'go-peds' in circumstances which are illegal and anti-social.
Typical complaints involve the use of motorcycles in woodland, open public spaces and on footpaths. This is not only annoying to residents and users of public spaces, but it can be extremely dangerous. Riders are not only putting their own life at risk when riding without adhering to the law, but also the lives of others.
This section will provide you with information about the legislation covering the use of these motor vehicles and about how you can report incidents that you have witnessed.
Where and how can mini-motos, go-peds, quad bikes, electric and petrol driven scooters be used?
- If these vehicles are not registered for the road they can only be used legally on private land with the direct permission of the land owner.
- They cannot be used on a footpath, cycle route, common land or bridleway under any circumstances.
- If the vehicles are licensed, taxed and insured for use on public roads, riders must be licensed, aged 16 or over and wearing an approved (E-marked, kite-marked) crash helmet.
- Any child using these vehicles should be supervised by a responsible adult to ensure its safe use.
What happens if someone is using one of these vehicles incorrectly?
- Motorised vehicles, when ridden illegally or in a careless or anti-social manner (that is causing or likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress) may be seized by the police under section 59 of the Police Reform Act 2002 powers.
- Offenders can be subject to prosecution and a fine of £1000.
- An £80 penalty notice for disorder, for behaviour likely to cause harassment, alarm or distress can also be given.
- Riding these vehicles illegally can also lead to prosecution under road traffic legislation. You could be fined and receive points on your license.
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