Legal E-Bike Regulations in the UK: What You Need to Know

Discover the essential legal requirements for e-bikes in the UK, including power limits and age restrictions.

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In the UK, e-bikes are legal if they meet the following conditions: The motor power must not exceed 250W, and the bike's maximum speed should be 15.5 mph. The motor should only assist while pedaling and must stop assisting when speeds above 15.5 mph are reached. Riders must be over 14 years old to ride such e-bikes on public roads. Bikes meeting these criteria are classified as Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles (EAPCs) and can be used without a license or registration.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the maximum speed an e-bike can reach in the UK? E-bikes in the UK must not exceed a maximum speed of 15.5 mph.
  2. Do I need a license to ride an e-bike in the UK? No, as long as your e-bike meets the legal criteria, you do not need a license or registration.
  3. What age do you need to be to ride an e-bike legally in the UK? You must be over 14 years old to ride an e-bike on public roads in the UK.
  4. What are the power limitations for e-bikes in the UK? E-bikes must have a motor that does not exceed 250W.

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