Using scooter abroad (1 Viewer)

[ANDY400R]

Hi, we are off to France in a few weeks on our first trip aboard and will be taking our scooter with us in the garage but have a couple of questions please.
1) do we need to carry the log book (v5) with us at all times when on the scooter
2) should the scooter have a GB/EU sticker or number plate
Thanks
Andy

 

[TheTwoOfUs]

In theory, yes to both questions. I always carry the V5 plus a photocopy. I take the copy on the bike but keep the original in a safe in the van. I was once asked for it even though the bike was in the trailer.

 

[Xabia]

Yes, I was once stopped at the Spanish border and had to produce V5 and insurance certificate for a Smart on a trailer.

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[Wagoneer]

We carry (on the scooter) a copy of the V5 and insurance certificate. I read somewhere that this a legal requirement in Spain and not being able to produce these documents, resulted in a fine. Possibly applicable to other countries as well.

A small GB sticker is fixed to the rear mudguard, available from Halfords.

PS. Also carry a copy of the road tax confirmation letter.

 

[ANDY400R]

Thanks for your replies guys much appreciated.

 

[hilldweller]

And technically, reflective stickers on your helmets.

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[awg]

And technically, reflective stickers on your helmets.

And a Hi-viz jacket.

 

[John and Jo]

I took the log book and whacked a small motorcycle GB sticker on the rear mudgaurd at the bottom.

 

[StitchesnFluff]

Better check the new scooter! GB & no stars!

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[Wagoneer]

And a Hi-viz jacket.

I don't think a Hi-viz jacket is a legal requirement?

Tell me more !!!

 

[vwalan]

in france you either wear them or must have them for rider and passenger . google riding a motor bike in france .
its enough to put anyone off ever going there on a m,bike .

 

[Baldeagle7470]

And technically, reflective stickers on your helmets.

Maybe a breathalyzer

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[vwalan]

breathalyzer thing as been finished now dont bother.

 

[pappajohn]

No bulb set or warning triangle either.

 

[John and Jo]

spare wheel ...

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[vwalan]

No bulb set or warning triangle either.

dont think they are going to bermuda . ha ha .
holland is good for bulbs .

 

[Baldeagle7470]

breathalyzer thing as been finished now dont bother.

Was tongue in cheek,hence the raised eyes.
Yes quite correct,OP,you don't need a breathalyzer but if you do I have loads of out of date ones you can have free!

 

[awg]

Was tongue in cheek,hence the raised eyes.
Yes quite correct,OP,you don't need a breathalyzer but if you do I have loads of out of date ones you can have free!

Technically you do legally need to carry a breathalyzer but as there is no penalty for not carrying one, nobody bothers.

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[Baldeagle7470]

I think the amende for not having one is €12!!

 

[StitchesnFluff]

http://www.drive-france.com/faqs/motorcycling-france/