The Motor Trade Association has joined the discussion around quad
bike safety – saying it believes there needs to be stricter rules and
conditions around using these vehicles.
It is supporting the
promotion of the use of helmets on quad bikes, training on the safe use
of quad bikes, that no one under the age of 16 should drive adult quad
bikes, and regular maintenance, particularly on tyres and brakes.
It
has also backed the coroner’s recommendations that the vehicles should
not be referred to as all terrain vehicles, and that a task force should
look at roll-over protection.
MTA
motorcycle dealer members use a delivery checklist, which contains
operating guidelines and pre-ride inspection checks. The association
says the customer is instructed to always inspect a quad bike prior to
use, to make sure it is in safe operating condition.
Dealers are also encouraged to supply of copy of “Guidelines for the safe use of quad bikes,” which can be seen here:
