Electric Bicycle Law UK

The electric bicycle law UK is straight forward and are stated in the Road Traffic Act. As long as you comply with these points below, an electric bike will be regarded as a regular bike.

• You must be at least 14 years of age,
• The electric bike must have pedals that are capable of being propelled,
• The motor cannot exceed 15 mph, you can cycle faster than this is you want,
• Weighs less than 40kg, including the battery but not the rider,
• Weighs less than 60kg for tandems or tricycles,
• A functional front and back brake,
• Plate giving battery voltage, motor power output, and name of manufacturer,
• Power output of motor must not exceed 200W, 250W for tandems and tricycles,
• The construction of electric bikes have to be constructed to the same standards as non-electric cycles.

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