The History of the Margate Police Department Motorcycle Unit
Margate, FL Police Department has had a Motor Unit since 1997. The department’s has 2 certified Motor Officers and 2 Harley-Davidson Police Road Kings. In 2013 Margate Motor Unit received 2 Harley-Davidson Electra-Glide and a new paint scheme.
The Motor Unit handles calls, Traffic Enforcement, School Zone Enforcement, Special Events and Public Policing. Their Motor Officers participate monthly for In-Service Training with other agencies motor units. The motor officers also compete in Police Motorcycle Training Seminars once a year to improve the riding ablity.
Information and Photos provided by the Margate, FL Police Department