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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

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

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

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

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

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

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