Often used for farming or adventure tours in the countryside, quad bikes can be a thrilling and useful way to get around.
Quad bikes are also legally allowed for use on the right, providing you follow UK legislation and law.
Below is our essential guide of everything you need to consider before riding your quad bike on the road.
The license
In the UK, quad bikes are classed as a B1 vehicle. To legally drive a quad bike on the road, the driver must hold a full UK car driving license or a category B1 motorcycle license.
The insurance
In addition, quad bikes are subject to the same insurance regulations as all road vehicles.
To ride a quad bike on the road, the rider must have the correct and comprehensive quad bike insurance. Without this they could incur fines, prosecution and even have their license suspended or revoked.
The skills
To ride a quad bike on UK road, all riders need to be licensed. This ensures that they have the necessary skills to ride a quad bike.
However, additional quad bike training should be encouraged due to the nature of riding a quad bike and the differences between them and cars of motorbikes.
The gear
Riding a quad bike is not enclosed and all quad bike users should be taking the necessary safety precautions to protect themselves when riding on the road.
Approved helmets and protective clothing are a good way to keep yourself safe should something unfortunate happen while riding.
The age restrictions
Under most circumstances, to ride a quad bike legally on the road the driver must be at least 17 years old. This is compliant with all driving license legislation in the UK.
There is one exception to this rule. People receiving the higher level of mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) can legally ride a quad bike, with a license, from the age of 16 years old.
The highway code
All UK drivers, cyclists, motorcyclists and pedestrians should be adhering to The Highway Code, which continually updated with the latest safety legislation.
Quad bike riders who intend to ride on the road must understand The Highway Code.
The tax
If you are planning to ride a quad bike on the road, you must have the correct road tax for a quad bike.
The DVLA in the UK will be able to assist you in finding the right road tax category for a quad bike.
Make sure you have all your bases covered and ride safely when using your quad bike on the road. Using our above guide and a helping hand.