10:28am Wednesday 8th July 2009
By Mark Bowen
ROSS residents have been warned about riding off-road motorbikes in town.
The police are clamping down on riders who risk serious injury by riding illegally.
PC Mark Murphy said a core of youngsters ride unregistered machines without insurance or MOT on footpaths.
Police have seized four motorbikes already during increased patrols.
The law states all riders:
• must be 16 and hold a valid driving licence
• must wear a helmet and have a DVLA-registered bike which is taxed, with a MOT, lights and a registration plate
The law also states that off-road bikes:
• Must only be riden on private land with the landowner’s permission
• Cannot be riden on common land, footpaths or bridleways
Anyone wanting further advice can contact PC Mark Murphy on 0300 333 3000.
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