Pocket bike rider without a license: Police stop teenagers in Meuselwitz!

Pocket bike rider without a license: Police stop teenagers in Meuselwitz!

On May 18, 2025 at 6:05 p.m., officers from the Altenburger Land Police Department stopped a pocket bike on Zirndorfer Straße in Meuselwitz. This vehicle, which was not registered for public traffic, was driven by a 16-year-old driver who did not have a valid driving license. During the inspection it turned out that the pocket bike was also not insured. These identified violations led to the officers prohibiting the driver from continuing to drive and criminal proceedings being initiated against him. The information comes from a report from the Gera State Police Inspectorate, which was published around 11:50 a.m. that day, and illustrates the urgency of the issue surrounding the use of pocket bikes on the road.

In this context, pocket bikes are a recurring topic in Germany, especially with regard to their road safety. According to the regulations, they are not suitable for road traffic and may only be driven on race tracks. Pocket bikes are small motorcycles that can reach speeds of 60 km/h or more and are usually equipped with a two-stroke engine. In order to operate legally, a Class A driver's license is required.

Risks and legal consequences

An example of the risks associated with riding a pocket bike is the recent event in Regensburg, where a five-year-old girl was stopped by the police on a pocket bike. The child was driving in a parking lot at the Donau-Arena under the supervision of her parents. In this case too, the pocket bike was not registered for public traffic and had no insurance. In addition, the girl would have needed a driver's license because of the top speed of the small motorcycle. Since the child is of legal age, the parents must now expect legal consequences. You are at risk of being charged for driving without a license or registration, which entails significant financial risks as no liability insurance can be taken out for pocket bikes.

In summary, it can be seen that the use of pocket bikes by young people and small children in public spaces is problematic. The legal provisions are clear and the authorities are required to take action in the event of violations to ensure road safety. These incidents highlight the need for more intensive education and awareness among parents and riders about the legal regulations and risks surrounding pocket bikes.