As Christmas approaches, many people will be buying quad bikes and scramblers as presents for their children or teenagers.

But as our motoring expert Michael Sheridan explains, these are very dangerous for people who don't know how to use them properly.

New models can be bought quite cheaply, but they are intended for motorsport and are not suitable for road use. A licence is also required.

Michael told us more about some of the dangers associated with these vehicles, and why they should not be purchased as general Christmas presents.

To catch the full chat press the play button on the image on the top of the screen