Biker caught speeding at 101mph on narrow country road
He was riding a Yamaha MT-09 motorcycle, Newport Magistrates' Court was told.
The defendant, of Llanelly, Monmouthshire avoided a driving ban due to 'the impact on his business and especially an employee who relies on his wage'.
Knock had his driving record endorsed with six penalty points.
He was also fined £135 and ordered to pay £200 costs.
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