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Wheelie in Front of Police Triggers Fines and Six-Month Licence Suspensions on Bruce Highway

Police say risky riding is fueling an unacceptable toll for motorcyclists this year.

Overview

  • Two motorcyclists allegedly rode at 155 km/h in a 110 km/h zone at Tanawha on October 20, with one performing a wheelie in clear view of an officer.
  • Moreton North Highway Patrol witnessed the behaviour during a highway patrol and recorded the incident on video.
  • The 22-year-old from Carters Ridge received $3,008 in infringement notices, nine demerit points, and a six-month licence suspension.
  • The 23-year-old from Bli Bli was fined $2,085, issued nine demerit points, and also had his licence suspended for six months.
  • Offences cited included a defective vehicle, improperly attached plates, loss of proper control, and exceeding the limit by more than 40 km/h, as a senior patrol officer issued a public safety warning.