Oxfordshire – Biker jailed and banned after riding at 160mph

Lewis Baker, 35, of Tadmarton, Milton Keynes, was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court today (July 10) to 15 months’ imprisonment and a driving disqualification of ten years.

Baker pleaded guilty to one count of dangerous driving and was found not guilty by a jury of one count of causing death by dangerous driving.

On September 9, 2023, Baker rode his motorbike through Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire at dangerous speeds for sustained periods of time.

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His riding often exceeded 130mph on A roads and at times it exceeded 160mph, putting himself and other road users at serious risk of harm.

Baker himself stated to the courts that he had driven like a “menace”.

Senior investigator, Philip Hanham of the serious collision investigation unit, said: “Dangerous riding puts lives at risk and can have the most devastating consequences.

“Baker’s riding was appalling and is the worst I have seen on a motorbike in all my 30 years as a police officer and investigator.

“Baker showed total disregard to the law, other road users’ safety.

“On day of this appalling riding, Baker was filming his dangerous riding with the intention of sharing with others. This showed his intent to ride in the dangerous manner that he was rightly sentenced for today.

“This case serves as a stark reminder that everyone who uses our roads has a responsibility to do so safely. Dangerous behaviour can and does change lives forever.”