WATCH: That time a bear sat in traffic and waved to motorists

Russia -  Bears can usually be seen grazing in the woods, eating salmon or indulging in honey and should not be spotted riding along on a motorcycle, waving to the public as a bizarre video shows.

Motorists in Russia were in for a shock after spotting a bear sitting upright in the sidecar of a motorcycle, as the huge animal made its way through traffic.

The bear appears to be trained as the friendly beast was instructed to wave and make all kinds of gestures to the public much to the delight of onlookers.

Watch the video below: