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Mini motorbike — injuries risk (0163/07)

EU Safety GateSerious riskInjuriesFeb 23, 2007

Hazard

The product poses a serious risk of injuries because:- there is insufficient guarding of the engine drive chain and rear-most sprocket;- the fuel is vented via the filler cap directly in front of the rider which has health, machine control and fire hazard implications;- the engine stop has no additional action to re-set;- the handlebar levers are not ball ended;- the free movement of the steering mechanism is being fouled by mis-aligned body parts;- sharp edges are also present;- no user manual is supplied with the machine. The product does not comply with the Machinery Directive.

Measures taken

  • Ban of sales ordered by the authorities. Voluntary withdrawal from the market by the retailer — Other

What should I do?

If you own this product, stop using it and check the official notice for what the seller or authority advises (return, refund, repair or disposal). Measures listed here were reported by national authorities to the EU Safety Gate system.

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