Two electric motorcycles seized in Moray
Road policing and community policing officers in Moray are continuing to tackle those using illegal off-road electric motorcycles in the area.
On Tuesday, 1 April, 2025, officers carrying out enquiries into this issue seized an electric motorbike from a property in Elgin.
Later that day, a similar type of vehicle failed to stop for officers in Buckie. The 16-year-old male driver and his 16-year-old male passenger were traced and the vehicle was seized. Both male youths will be subject of a report to the relevant agency in connection with road traffic offences.
Constable Callum Hogg from the road policing team in Elgin said “Using unregistered electric vehicles, such as motorcycles and scooters on public roads, or other land without permission from the landowner, is illegal and dangerous. Anyone found riding a vehicle illegally will likely have it seized by officers and removed to a contractor’s yard, with a significant cost to the owner.
“When these vehicles are used illegally and irresponsibly, there is a serious risk of injury to the rider and members of the public. These vehicles also cause significant damage to land, such as parks and golf courses, at great financial cost to the landowner.
“I would also urge parent and guardians whose child has use of an electric bike or e-scooter, or if you are considering buying one, to please ensure they are only ridden on private land with the permission of the landowner. They should not be ridden on public roads and paths, to avoid penalties and protect the riders and others.
“If you can provide any information on the use of these vehicles in your area, please contact Police Scotland on 101”
For further information on the use of electric bikes visit: https://www.gov.uk/electric-bike-rules
