Police seize three illegal electric bikes in Falmouth area

Summarised from Falmouth Packet's report · Updated 4 Nov, 22:02 · Archive

Police in Falmouth have seized three illegal Surron-style electric bikes and warned riders of legal requirements.

Falmouth and Helston Neighbourhood Team police have seized three illegal Surron-style electric bikes and warned riders of the legal requirements surrounding such vehicles. The bikes have become increasingly popular, but riders may be unaware that they are not automatically legal to use on roads or in public places.

For a Surron-style bike to be ridden legally on a public road, it must be registered with the DVLA, display a valid number plate and have appropriate insurance. The rider must also have the correct driving licence entitlement and wear an approved motorcycle helmet. The bike must meet road-legal equipment requirements and, where applicable, be taxed and have an MOT. Many Surron bikes do not meet these requirements and are therefore treated as illegal motor vehicles when ridden on public roads or in public places.

Police said the illegal use of these bikes can cause significant concern within communities and poses a risk to pedestrians, other road users and the riders themselves. Officers said they would continue to take 'robust action' against illegal use, with riders committing offences potentially facing vehicle seizure, prosecution, fines, penalty points or driving disqualification.

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