Mini Motorbikes
Where 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 or cycle route 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 you or someone else is using mini-motos, go-peds, electric and petrol driven scooters incorrectly?
- Motorised vehicles, when ridden illegally or in a careless or anti-social manner (that is causing 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
- An 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 licence
- Offenders could also be subject to Anti Social Behaviour Orders or Acceptable Behaviour Contacts.
If you are suffering because of inappropriate use of mini-motos, go-peds, quad bikes, electric and petrol driven scooters or off road motorbikes you can report this to the police on 08458 505 505 or to the Anti-social Behaviour hotline on 01753 875298.
