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Police Scotland seize illegal bikes

Police and BBC continue to misidentify e-bikes, claiming they “blight communities”; Zwift unveil new sprint segment obscuring defecating cyclist on new map; Anti-cycling candidates defeated in US midterm elections + more on the live blog

Unable to contain his inner election geek, Callum is on the Thursday live blog, semi-fresh from a late night poring over numbers across the pond

Wed, Nov 04, 2026 10:23
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illegal bike juvenile collision

15-year-olds riding illegal bikes leave cyclist with life-changing injuries… and get banned from driving; 18-week suspended sentence for drink-driver who broke cyclist’s skull; 3 years jail for TikTok-distracted driver: road.cc sentencing round-up

The latest instalment of our sentencing round-up series, analysing the state of play when it comes to sentencing for driving and cycling offences in the UK

Tue, Nov 03, 2026 12:53
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Deliveroo rider’s illegally modified e-bike 2

“An illegal e-bike is rational response to that pay model”: Deliveroo ‘congratulated’ for being “last people to notice 30mph delivery bikes”; Restore Britain’s “racist” e-bike policy slammed; Trump v cycle lanes; Tour name debate + more on the live blog

It’s dull, it’s raining, and it’s blowing an absolute Gail Platt. But at least Ryan Mallon’s here to brighten up your Friday with some classic cycling live blogging. That’s something, right? Right?

Fri, Oct 23, 2026 09:59
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Deliveroo cyclist and Rupert Lowe

“Our pavements are not racetracks for young foreign men,” declares Rupert Lowe as Restore Britain leader vows to “take back our streets” in bizarre new e-bike policy… that doesn’t make any sense and targets legal electric bikes

Restore Britain criticised the government’s “failure” to distinguish between e-bikes used for leisure and commercial riding – despite its new policy failing to make the distinction between legal electric bikes and their high-speed illegal counterparts

Thu, Oct 22, 2026 11:42
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op-gears-pic-scrambler-bike

Police force announces crackdown operation on illegal bikes…but wrongly calls them e-bikes; Bikepacking gear company bought by Castelli owners; World Championships head to India + more on the live blog

Callum is back with another instance of e-bike misidentification to stoke the fire of the weekday live blog

Thu, Sep 24, 2026 10:42
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Simon Jordan cyclists rant talksport screenshot

“Sanctimonious swines”: Talksport presenter accuses cyclists of taking “diabolical liberties” in bizarre rant; “Seriously flawed”: Met Police speedy e-bike checks criticised for lack of rigour; Woman dramatically stops bike thieves + more on the live blog

After a brief escape from urban dwellings, Callum has returned to shepherd you (beloved reader) through a day of e-bike discussions, World Championships updates and occasional bouts of silliness

Tue, Sep 22, 2026 10:07
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Thornaby cycle lane plans

Police oppose new cycle lane amid fears of “a highway for illegal e-bikes on drug runs” – but council insists area will be safer and avoid “mania” of local roads

Despite the police’s objections the proposed cycleway was approved by councillors, who say measures will be put in place to “reduce opportunities for anti-social behaviour”

Mon, Sep 14, 2026 18:43
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Cyclists in Richmond Park with London skyline

“The problem is fear”: Cyclists sound warning over bikejackers on illegal bikes intimidating riders in Richmond Park

A 12-year-old boy's bike was stolen whilst other riders have reported being threatened by bikers in balaclavas

Fri, Sep 11, 2026 15:25
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BBC e-bike Panorama – wheelie

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
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PSNI crackdown on illegal bikes and scooters in Lurgan and Craigavon

Police sergeant claims “under current legislation e-bikes are deemed to be motor vehicles” after targeted crackdown on illegal “nuisance” vehicles

When approached by road.cc for comment, the sergeant clarified that “some e-bikes should be regarded as motor vehicles and hence require insurance and tax”

Wed, Aug 19, 2026 18:24
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