WHATS the rules for MINI MOTOR BIKES???

Question

MY SONS HAVE A MINI MOTOR BIKE AND WANT TO KNOW WHERE THEY OUR ALLOW TO RIDE IT. we have fields near where we live which you might find the odd dog walker there, but thats about it. Are we allowed to push it to fields?

OK read some reply's. Why do they make these bike if you are not allowed to ride them??

Answer 1

you need permission from whoever owns the field.

i cant find anything saying pushing one to a field would be illegal.

"In the U.K., in virtually all cases, it is illegal for mini-motos to be ridden on the road. Mini-motos are regarded as ‘motor vehicles’ as defined by section 185 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 and therefore to be ridden on the public road, a motor vehicle must comply with all aspects of road traffic law and meet the mandatory European construction requirements by having a ‘Certificate of Conformity’ indicating that they have European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA)). [1]

Mini-motos are not manufactured in such a way that allows them to meet these requirements, and would need to be modified significantly to do so. Reported instances of this occurring are incredibly rare, meaning that it is very unlikely that mini-motos can actually be registered for road use. However, where a mini-moto or other vehicle does not have ECWVTA, it might conceivably pass a Motorcycle Single Vehicle Approval (MSVA) inspection which would result in a Ministerial Certificate of Approval, permitting it to be road-registered.

In addition to the Vehicle Type Approval, to be ridden on the road the mini-moto must be registered with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency, display a valid road tax disc (vehicle excise duty), and the driver or rider must be aged 17 or over (or 16 if the vehicle meets the definition of a moped) have an appropriate driving licence, have vehicle insurance covering the vehicles use and wear a suitable motorcycle helmet. The only exceptions relate to electrically-assisted pedal cycles and mobility aids for disabled people.

In the UK in 2005 and 2006, mini-motos became the focus of concern relating to road traffic safety and anti-social behaviour, with seven deaths – five young people and two adults – being attributed to them by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.[2]

During August 2006, the UK Government ran a campaign to highlight the dangers of mini-moto misuse on roads and their anti-social use. A guidance document was produced to provide police and other agencies with practical information to deal with the issues and prevent misuse. The guidance outlined the legal status of mini-motos and included information on enforcement measures and the provision of legal sites."

Answer 2

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Hello i know the answer to this sorry i used to have a quadbike and found the same promblem! Nope you cannot ride them on any where apart from private property if that are younger than 17. Say a mates feild or garden but know where else there is a little myth that you are aloud to ride on Byways or public footpaths no matter how many people there are if it not private no ridding there! But 100% you cannot ride them on a field with out talking asking the person who owns the field that is a big mistake if you did ride it o na field with out aking has you will loose alot of points and when your kids attempt to drive they will be refused to take a test as to ridding when they were young so it wouldn ot be you who would suffer but mainley your children! I have read this up in a big laws book i have a do know these offences are taking big by the courts so it would be VERY risky to do it but if you want to run the risk try it. Any question email me!

Answer 3

If it is a public field it is illegal and if ur kids get seen one one by police they will be arrested and so will u possibly and done for no licence tax or insurence but they can ride on private property if the owner permits it they make these bikes because they know people will buy then they are a pain you can push them to a field if you want and mini moter bikes are not actualy designed for children origianaly they were show bikes

Answer 4

These mini-motor cycles are allowed to be operated on private property only. (as long as you have permission from the land owner) The reason you can not ride them anywhere else is because they don't meet the standards to properly register them. However, they will get you traffic tickets if you do dare ride them on public property because they are considered a motor vehicle. (streets, parking lots, sidewalks, etc) Usually you would get tickets such as unregistered motor vehicle, uninspected motor vehicle, uninsured motor vehicle, and depending on the operator, unlicensed operator or aggravated unlicensed operation if your driving priviledge is suspended or revoked. This is specific to New York State.

Answer 5

Thesebikes are not allowed to be ridden on public land or on roads and pavements,they can be ridden on private land only with the landowners permission, in my opinion these bikes should not be sold ,the kids that ride them are putting themselves and more importantly,other people in danger.

Answer 6

Hi Kerry,
I too have a mini-bike, and although I have to ride it with knees sticking out, my sons use it down local bridleways, with concern for horses & dog-walkers. - Turn it off for a while.
We veer off onto meadows owned by my mate, a farmer, when there are no sheep or cattle around to disturb, and all is well.
I fail to understand kids roaring around suberban parks, though.
That can't be sensible.
As for rules, well I confess to riding the thing down the village High Street to do a bit of shopping.That was illegal.
I suppose the best bet is to have a freindly word with a local land-owner, in order to tear around a bit, and have fun.
All the best with it.
Bob.

Answer 7

If you really want to play it safe, take a photograph of the bike to your local DMV (department of motor vehicles), or the equivalent department where you live in your city. They'll know whether you need helmets, permits, licenses, what age you can ride it, etc. If a cop ever pulls you over and gives you heck, you can always say "I went to the DMV and Suzie Q told me I didn't need a license."

That happened to me with my moped -- some cop pulled me over and bugged me about not having a license plate. I told him that I called up DMV and I didn't need one because of its speed limitations.

Answer 8

technicly if your pushing it on a road it needs tax i once had a moto bike which i used on the fields scrambler seized by police as far as i know its considered amotor vehicle so the same rules apply as to a car or bike ie insurance, tax,helmet,numb plates lights no riding on pavements

Answer 9

Yes, keep it off the roads, and the pavement!
It's not street legal, not licensed, not taxed , and not insured, if it's ridden on the road it will be crushed!