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E-bike confusion harming shops, as owner claims illegal bike owners “aggressive” when refused service

“They bring them into the shop and think we should be able to repair anything. But we won’t touch them as they are illegal,” Richardsons Cycles’ owner said, while claiming that sales of legal e-bikes have been negatively impacted

Thu, Aug 27, 2026 15:53

Deliveroo riders’ illegally modified e-bikes

Department for Transport admits illegal electric motorbikes “cannot be identified” in UK road collision statistics

While updated guidance is available to help officers categorise vehicles in the aftermath of a collision or incident, the DfT has confirmed that its own road casualty stats do not make it clear which category electric motorbikes and illegal modified bikes appear in

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 16:49

What happens when a social media influencer gets pulled over on his heavily modified electric motorbike by undercover police dressed as roadmen? Yet more confusion and mixed messages about the legality of e-bikes

While these very well disguised officers were actually hoping to nab Al Capone for tax evasion, over in Birmingham a delivery rider had his perfectly legal electric cargo bike destroyed for no good reason. What message does all this inconsistency send?

Tue, Jul 28, 2026 15:53

“A false understanding of the law”: Labour MP demands BBC amends ‘e-bike injury payouts’ article that failed to mention £110m in claims all involved illegal bikes

Fabian Hamilton also called for the BBC to give training to its editorial teams to ensure they are aware of the distinction between illegal electric motorbikes and street legal e-bikes (EAPCs)

Thu, Jul 09, 2026 15:31

I was hit by an illegal e-biker who ran a red light. Tougher regulation can’t come soon enough

Jamie was minding his own business before an illegal e-biker clipped his bike's rear wheel. Surely it's time for authorities to take this more seriously?

Sun, Jun 14, 2026 09:00

“You’re far more likely to see a car and predict how they move”: One in 12 cyclists fear illegal e-bikes more than motorists, new survey claims – as just 18% say they feel safe on UK roads

“Our research suggests the traditional cars-versus-cyclists narrative may no longer tell the full story of where riders feel most at risk,” Cycleplan’s CEO said

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 13:24

“Stop calling them e-bikes”: BBC corrects inaccurate coverage claiming powerful electric motorbike was an e-bike

Fed-up cyclist holds BBC to account after latest incorrect news article claims e-bike rider was involved in collision

Mon, Sep 01, 2025 09:25