Illegal street stunt riders uncovered in new BBC film

A new BBC documentary uncovers one of the hidden sides of motorcycling by delving into the world of Bike Life.

The Bike Life sub-culture has spread from the United States and sees young riders performing impromptu stunts illegally on the streets using mainly dirt bikes.

TOP STORIES

• Event: John McGuinness and Mick Grant to appear at new Classic Bike Live show
• This week’s issue: World Exclusive New Norton
• Ulster GP: Joey Dunlop’s son to make Dundrod debut
• Dealer special: Yamaha MT-09 Tracer on sale
• Strange case of the Ducati adventurer and the lost wallet

One housing estate in Thamesmead, Kent has become notorious for Bike Life, and the BBC documentary follows a group of riders as they try to dodge the attentions of police who are desperate to crack down on the pursuit.

The documentary follows riders ‘Wavy’ and ‘Cones’ and their group of riders, including a lad called Liam who acts as their mechanic.

Wavy tells the cameras as police helicopters hover overhead: “Bike Life is never gonna stop, no matter how many choppers they send.”

It’s half an hour long and can be watched on the BBC iPlayer here.

Looking for the perfect two-wheeled companion? Visit MCN Bikes For Sale website or use MCN’s Bikes For Sale App.