Illegal e-bike seized after exceeding 15.5 mph speed limit

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Oct, 19:02 · Archive

Police in Woodstock confiscated an illegal e-bike that exceeded the 15.5 mph speed limit for electrically assisted pedal cycles.

Police officers in Woodstock confiscated an e-bike after spotting it being ridden in an anti-social manner. The bike was fitted with a twist-and-go throttle, lacked a chain, and exceeded the 15.5 mph speed limit for electrically assisted pedal cycles, classifying it as a motor vehicle. The rider had no licence, insurance or MOT for the bike.

The e-bike was fitted with a substandard conversion kit that presented a potential fire risk to both the rider and the wider public, according to a police spokesman. The rider has been reported for multiple offences.

Police urged anyone considering purchasing an e-bike to ensure it complies with UK road safety standards. A spokesman said: 'Failure to do so could result in the bike being seized and the rider being reported for offences.'

How it is being reported

• E-bike that broke 15.5 mph speed limit reportedAn illegal e-bike that broke a 15.5 mph speed limit has been seized and the rider reported for multiple offences.Oxford Mail · 15 Oct, 17:06
• E-bike that broke 15.5 mph speed limit reportedAn illegal e-bike that broke a 15.5 mph speed limit has been seized and the rider reported for multiple offences.Oxfordshire Guardian · 15 Oct, 17:06

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