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Electric bikes are on the rise, but many are unaware of the laws and potential fines that come with them.
There has been a rising popularity for electric bikes , with it expected to rapidly grow over the next few years. E-bikes are changing the way people make their way round cities. Despite the surge in popularity, the laws around e-bikes are still relatively unknown. To raise awareness, the associate from Cycle SOS Lena Farnell has shared four things Brits need to know before using electric bikes.READ MORE: I struggled to get a job. But a new work experience programme with KFC and UK Youth has changed my lifeUnlike regular bikes, you must be 14 or older to ride an e-bike, as long as the bike meets the requirements of being an electrically assisted pedal cycle .
An EAPC must also have a maximum output of 250 watts and should not be able to be propelled when its speed is above 15.5mph. To find all of this information, you ask the bike supplier to find out if you’re buying an electric bike suitable for a 14-year-old."Similar to regular cycling, riding an e-bike and being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs can cause careless cycling and could land you with a fine of up to £1,000.
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