BIKERS are being warned not to strip off during the hot weather and to continue wearing their protective clothing.

A recent collision in which a teenage moped rider escaped serious injury has highlighted the need for riders to ensure they are fully protected.

The collision occurred on Friday on the Malton to Butterwick road in North Yorkshire.

The moped and a Land Rover collided on a bend, with the rider becoming trapped underneath the car as his helmet jammed between the road and the vehicle.

While the rider was able to walk away after releasing his helmet, the car had to be jacked up to remove the helmet.

The rider escaped serious injury and sustained minor scratches to his hands and forearms as they were the only part of his body not covered by protective clothing.

PC Andrew Pomfret who attended the collision, said: "Despite the hot weather and predicted heat-wave, I cannot stress how important it is for bikers to wear protective clothing and equipment.

"I’ve seen many bike and moped riders wearing only shorts and T-shirts during the recent spell of hot weather.

"With more warm weather on the way, we want to warn bikers of the possible consequences of not wearing their protective gear."