Motorcyclist in his 50s seriously hurt in crash in Rosetta intersection crash

A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a crash at a Rosetta intersection. Image / 7 News

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital in a serious condition after a crash at a Rosetta intersection.

Emergency services were called to the junction of Marys Hope Road and Katoomba Crescent in Hobart’s northern suburbs at around 10am on Sunday.

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The rider, believed to be in his 50s, was taken to the Royal Hobart Hospital with serious injuries.

Police believe the man lost control of his Harley-Davidson motorcycle while turning right from Katoomba Crescent onto Marys Hope Road.

He is understood to have struck his head on the road.

Police believe the rider lost control of his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Image / 7 News

Road closures remained in place for several hours while police investigated the crash. Initial investigations indicate speed was not a factor.

Police are urging anyone with information or CCTV footage of the incident to come forward.