Published Date: Sep 24th, 2026
Residents are being urged to help tackle off-road bike anti-social behaviour as Fife Council and Police Scotland continue to work together to address concerns raised by communities across the Kingdom.
Reports of illegal and irresponsible off-road bike use can have a significant impact on local neighbourhoods, parks, footpaths and open spaces.
Concerns commonly include dangerous riding, noise nuisance, damage to public land and intimidation of other park and path users.
While many motorcycles and off-road vehicles are used responsibly and within the law, the unauthorised use of bikes in public spaces can put riders, pedestrians and other road and path users at risk.
Fife Council's Safer Communities Team works closely with Police Scotland and partner organisations to respond to concerns, gather intelligence and support enforcement activity where appropriate.
Alongside enforcement, agencies are also focused on raising awareness of the risks associated with this behaviour and encouraging communities to report incidents.
Councillor Margaret Kennedy, Chair of Fife’s Community Safety Partnership, said: "Off-road bike anti-social behaviour can have a real impact on people's quality of life.
“Residents often tell us they feel intimidated by dangerous riding in public spaces, while communities can also be left dealing with noise, environmental damage and disruption.
"We want people to know that reports from local communities are important.
“Information provided by residents helps build a clearer picture of where issues are occurring and supports coordinated action by partner agencies."
A joint awareness video featuring Fife Council's Safer Communities Team and Police Scotland has also been produced to highlight the impact of off-road bike anti-social behaviour on local communities and encourage responsible behaviour.
View this via the link on Fife Council’s YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/_AH9PI8KreM
Residents are encouraged to report anti-social behaviour and illegal off-road bike activity to Police Scotland on 101, or to Fife Council via their online reporting form: www.fife.gov.uk/reportit
In an emergency, or where there is an immediate risk to public safety, they should call 999.
Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Residents should not attempt to challenge riders directly and should instead report concerns through the appropriate channels.
