A motorcyclist driving at deadly speeds, has prompted the Nebraska State Patrol (NSP) to remind bikers of safety.

According to a news release from the Patrol, troopers were working a special assignment on Friday, March 8, when the NSP helicopter clocked a 2007 Suzuki motorcycle traveling 139 mph in a 55 mph zone.  The speedster was traveling north on Highway 6 near the Sarpy/Douglas County line.

Troopers were able to catch up with the motorcycle near 156th and Q streets where they initiated a traffic stop.

The 18-year-old driver, who was named by the NSP, was cited and released for Willful Reckless Driving, Speeding, No Proof of Insurance, Operating an Unregistered Vehicle and No Motorcycle Endorsement.

NSP Superintendent Col. David Stankey said, “As we move into the spring and summer, we typically see an increase in motorcycles on our roads.  While motorcycles have the same rights and privileges as other vehicles on the road, they must also obey the same rules.”

The NSP also wants to remind motorcyclists they must have a motorcycle endorsement on their license and that state law requires riders and passengers to wear a Department of Transportation compliant helmet.