A YOUNG motorcyclist died and his teenage passenger was seriously injured when their bike collided with a car.

The 21-year-old Biddenden man, who has not been named, died at the scene in Cranbrook Road, Biddenden, at 10.05pm last night.

The Suzuki 650cc bike he was riding collided with a Kia Rio, driven by a 33-year-old man from Tenterden, who suffered whiplash and shock.

The 16-year-old pillion passenger was taken to Maidstone General Hospital, where he underwent surgery and is now said to be in a stable condition.

Police closed the road until 4.45am this morning while an accident investigation was carried out and the scene was cleared.

Witnesses are urged to call PC Gary Hastings at Ashford police station on 01233 611055.