A MOTORCYCLE fire was believed to have been started deliberately, firefighters said.

They were called to the incident in Knotts Lane, Colne just after 1.30pm today.

A spokesman said: "A fire engine and crew from Colne were assigned to an incident at which a motorcycle was on fire.

"Firefighters equipped with breathing apparatus used a hosereel jet to put the fire out.

"The fire is thought to have been started deliberately and police have been notified of the suspected arson.

"There were no casualties."