Ebike News

[lenny]

Modern Milkman launches e-bike doorstep delivery service

Modern Milkman launches e-bike doorstep delivery service | Retail Bulletin

Modern Milkman, the B-corp-certified 21st-century milk round, is launching a fleet of e-bikes to deliver produce to doorsteps across south west London this month. Using 95% less CO2 than a petrol car, the e-bikes deliver throughout the night, dropping items to customers by 7.30am up to three...

www.theretailbulletin.com

We’re Wheely Excited About E-Bikes

We're Wheely Excited About E-Bikes | Modern Milkman

For the past few months we’ve been testing and trailing E-cargo bike deliveries across South London. We partnered with VOK Bikes, a leading Estonian manufacturer of electric cargo bikes. Their...

blog.themodernmilkman.co.uk

Vok Bikes - Electric Cargo Bikes for Business Deliveries

E-cargo bicycles perfect for last-mile deliveries and business use cases in the city. Vok Bikes develops and produces electric cargo bikes in Europe.

vokbikes.com

 

[saneagle]

Modern Milkman launches e-bike doorstep delivery service

Modern Milkman launches e-bike doorstep delivery service | Retail Bulletin

Modern Milkman, the B-corp-certified 21st-century milk round, is launching a fleet of e-bikes to deliver produce to doorsteps across south west London this month. Using 95% less CO2 than a petrol car, the e-bikes deliver throughout the night, dropping items to customers by 7.30am up to three...

www.theretailbulletin.com

We’re Wheely Excited About E-Bikes

We're Wheely Excited About E-Bikes | Modern Milkman

For the past few months we’ve been testing and trailing E-cargo bike deliveries across South London. We partnered with VOK Bikes, a leading Estonian manufacturer of electric cargo bikes. Their...

blog.themodernmilkman.co.uk

Vok Bikes - Electric Cargo Bikes for Business Deliveries

E-cargo bicycles perfect for last-mile deliveries and business use cases in the city. Vok Bikes develops and produces electric cargo bikes in Europe.

vokbikes.com

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You can't post stuff like that. The "250w" guys will go nuts again. We've only just managed to quieten them down. I can hear it coming, "250w motors aren't meant to be that powerful. Mine can't do that, so that must be wrong".

Something doesn't look right about the rider/driver. I'm not sure what it is.

 

[Sparksandbangs]

Hmmm. Do those pedals actually do anything?

Technology - Vok Bikes - last-mile delivery cargo bikes

vokbikes.com

 

[lenny]

Owner of e-Velo blames 'bad press' for Norwich shop closure
"He said a Panorama documentary on the hazards of e-bikes contributed to a downturn in trade."

E-bike shop owner claims documentary contributed to his business closure

Bad press surrounding the safety of e-bikes and scooters is being blamed for the sudden and unexpected closure of e-Velo in the Royal Arcade,…

www.edp24.co.uk

 

[lenny]

Thieves steal Lime bike batteries to give pedal cycles dodgy upgrade
"After being contacted by The Times, TikTok said it had removed the videos for violating its community guidelines around criminal behaviour and violence.

In one video, someone shows themselves charging a Lime bike battery to create what they called a “DIY ebike”. It is captioned with laughing emojis and the user writes: “I hope I don’t blow up my house.” "
https://www.reddit.com/r/unitedkingdom/comments/1jrlbkg/thieves_steal_lime_bike_batteries_to_give_pedal/

 

[lenny]

Four people sentenced following theft of e-scooter batteries in Liverpool
"Four people have been sentenced after stealing more than 1,000 e-scooter batteries over a four-month period.
Towards the end of 2023, the high-value theft was reported after the group targeted VOI e-scooters between 14 July – 20 November 2023 across the Liverpool area.
Following an investigation, it was found that they were taking the batteries out of the e-scooters and then selling them abroad."

https://www.merseyside.police.uk/news/merseyside/news/2025/april-2025/four-people-sentenced-following-theft-of-e-scooter-batteries-in-liverpool/

 

[lenny]

Yamaha Expands E-Bike Business with Acquisition of Brose

Yamaha Expands E-Bike Business with Acquisition of Brose

Yamaha is acquiring German brand Brose and its e-bike motor business in a bid to expand its green mobility project

www.visordown.com

 

[lenny]

Council launches ‘try before you buy’ scheme for e-bikes and e-cargo bikes
"The ‘try before you buy’ scheme is offered at a cost of £12 per week for up to a month."

Council launches ‘try before you buy’ scheme for e-bikes and e-cargo bikes

The scheme offers a straightforward way for people to explore whether an electric bike could meet their needs

www.colchester.gov.uk

 

[MikelBikel]

He stuffs it into the back of a Nissan Leaf, which should get Flecc excited, eh? Hehe, only joking

Folding, full sus, torque sensor, trigger shifter, fully legal...with boost button

 

[lenny]

Witnesses needed after e-bike robbery by gang of boys in Twyford
"One of the boys got off his bike and asked the victim if he could ride his e-bike, a bright yellow E-Box Dragster, but he declined.

The boy became more aggressive, pulled his top and revealed a silver knife handle.

The offender and two boys he was with surrounded the victim, and he handed over his e-bike key."

Witnesses needed after e-bike robbery by gang of boys in Twyford

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to a robbery in Twyford.

www.sloughexpress.co.uk

Electric pit bikes | Dragster electric mini bike | Dirt bikes for sale

EBOX Electric pit bikes, 1.6 KW EBOX 1 AND 2.0 KW EBOX 2 for sale online.

eboxelectric.co.uk

"Rated power 2.0KW (2.6hp)"

Three youths arrested over Twyford e-bike robbery near pizza shop

Three youths arrested over Twyford e-bike robbery near pizza shop

Three teenage boys have been arrested on suspicion of robbery over the theft of an e-bike from outside a Twyford pizza shop.

www.maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk

 

[MikelBikel]

Mid drive version too..
Like the compact suspension configuration

 

[MikelBikel]

Mid drive version too..
Like the compact suspension configuration

One reviewer said it used 21700 cells and comes with an 8 Amp Charger to charge 4 times faster than usual!
In 1hr 32min
Any other bikes charge at 8A ?
Are 21700 cells able to charge faster than 18650?

 

[MikelBikel]

Several Bikes use Canbus to Lock "Their" proprietary parts of the bike We "Bought".
Rad have an extra 3 connectors on the battery for just this purpose. Otherwise identical batteries on Yosepower cost approx €110 More for the "Rad Compatible" battery.
Rad Compatible at €322

48V 14Ah(673Wh) Li-ion E-Bike Batteries without Charger Replace Accu for RAD POWER Models

1. Technical Data Voltage: 48VCapacity: 14AhEnergy: 673WhWeight: Appr. 3.2kgCell: EVE-35ECycle Life (Time): 1000+Standard Current: 10AMax Current: 20AProtect Current: 50AEnd Voltage: 36.4VCompatible with E-Bikes: RAD POWER Models, Radrunner 2 Electric Utility Bike; RadExpand 5 Electric Folding...

yosepower.com

Non Rad with 1ah less at €212

48V 13Ah Down Tube Hailong1-2 Battery Lithium-ion Accu E-Bike Electric Bicycle Bottle New Black DIY

1. Technical Data Voltage: 48VCapacity: 13AhEnergy: 625WhWeight: Appr. 4.0kgSize: 367x90 x111mmCell: DMEGC-26ECycle Life (Time): 1000+Standard Current: 10AMax Current: 20AProtect Current: 50AEnd Voltage: 36.4VCharger: YesCharge Voltage: 54.6VCharge Current: 2A2. Packing List1 x Battery1 x...

yosepower.com

 

[lenny]

Trying out the Silvertown Tunnel bike bus on its first day in service

Trying out the Silvertown Tunnel bike bus on its first day in service

Co-founder of bike shop Bikesey, Tony James, 43, of Maberly Road, Crystal Palace, headed to the river-crossing to try out its first day in service.

londonnewsonline.co.uk

 

[lenny]

Birmingham beauty spot steal bikes and bag from kids
Yobs wearing balaclavas and on e-bikes stole bikes and a bag with valuables from boys out mountain biking in Sutton Park
He believes the stolen phone was turned on and indicated it was at an address in Sutton but the police said they ‘couldn’t send anyone’.

Masked thieves on e-bikes in city park steal bikes and bag from kids

Yobs wearing balaclavas and on e-bikes stole bikes and a bag with valuables from boys out mountain biking in Sutton Park

www.birminghammail.co.uk

 

[lenny]

Specialized Recalls E-Bikes That Want To Rip Your Pants Off
I'm all for having my pants ripped off but this is not good.

https://www.rideapart.com/news/756005/specialized-ebike-recall-chain-guard-clothes-rip/

 

[lenny]

Woman, 65, charged over e-bike crash that left two-year-old in hospital
Dylan Latham ‘scarred for life’ after collision on footpath through Prestatyn park
"A statement issued by North Wales Police said: “Lynda Thomas, 65, of Chichester Drive, Prestatyn, has been charged with failing to report a road accident, driving a vehicle on a footpath, using a motor vehicle without insurance and riding a motorcycle without protective headgear. "

Woman, 65, charged over e-bike crash that left two-year-old in hospital

Boy ‘scarred for life’ after collision on footpath through Prestatyn park

www.telegraph.co.uk

Woman, 65, in court over e-bike crash that left boy 'scarred for life'

Dylan Latham was left hospitalised after being hit while on a public footpath at a playing field in Prestatyn, north Wales, his mother has said.

www.dailymail.co.uk

"Defence solicitor Graham Parry said: ‘She was riding her electric bike which she purchased legally. It’s not a vehicle in her view.’
Mr Parry told the court there was ‘some suggestion’ that Thomas could remove the speed limiter ‘and it would become a vehicle’.
‘Is it a vehicle or not? It all depends on the speed.’ The bike’s manufacturer would be contacted for assistance, he added.
Mr Parry said most electric bikes are not mechanically propelled vehicles. 'It’s the limitation on the speed which is the crucial thing,’ he said."

"Ms Gore said she was told the e-bike had not been modified to exceed the 15.5mph that its pedal-powered equivalent could reach."

Engwe L20 250W Step-thru Fat Tire Ebike|140KM Long Range

Engwe L20 is a step-thru fat tire e-bike, equipped with a 48V13Ah battery, 20*4.0 fat tires, 50Nm torque, a long range of 140km and a top speed of 25km/h.

engwe-bikes-uk.com

 

[lenny]

How drones are helping police tackle ‘scourge’ of illegal e-bike riders
"The pioneering use of drones to track and catch nuisance or illegal e-bike riders in Newport could become a police tactic elsewhere in the UK."

How drones are helping police tackle 'scourge' of illegal e-bike riders

The pioneering use of drones to track and catch nuisance or illegal e-bike riders in Newport could become a police tactic elsewhere in the UK.

caerphilly.observer

DroneGun Tactical: Counterdrone (C-UAS) Protection — DroneShield

The DroneGun Tactical provides a safe countermeasure against a wide range of UAS threats (e.g. drones), with no damage to common UAS models or surrounding environment.

www.droneshield.com

 

[Sparksandbangs]

Woman, 65, in court over e-bike crash that left boy 'scarred for life'

Dylan Latham was left hospitalised after being hit while on a public footpath at a playing field in Prestatyn, north Wales, his mother has said.

www.dailymail.co.uk

"Defence solicitor Graham Parry said: ‘She was riding her electric bike which she purchased legally. It’s not a vehicle in her view.’
Mr Parry told the court there was ‘some suggestion’ that Thomas could remove the speed limiter ‘and it would become a vehicle’.
‘Is it a vehicle or not? It all depends on the speed.’ The bike’s manufacturer would be contacted for assistance, he added.
Mr Parry said most electric bikes are not mechanically propelled vehicles. 'It’s the limitation on the speed which is the crucial thing,’ he said."

"Ms Gore said she was told the e-bike had not been modified to exceed the 15.5mph that its pedal-powered equivalent could reach."

Strange wording. Either he doesn't know what he is talking about or it is an attempt to muddy the waters to cause confusion. I don't know whether anyone recognises the type of bike in question.

 

[lenny]

Strange wording. Either he doesn't know what he is talking about or it is an attempt to muddy the waters to cause confusion. I don't know whether anyone recognises the type of bike in question.

Thanks. The bike is an Engwe L20, which is 250w and should be legal.

ENGWE L20 Electric Bike for Adults 20

Smarter Shopping, Better Living! Aliexpress.com

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Engwe L20 250W Step-thru Fat Tire Ebike|140KM Long Range

Engwe L20 is a step-thru fat tire e-bike, equipped with a 48V13Ah battery, 20*4.0 fat tires, 50Nm torque, a long range of 140km and a top speed of 25km/h.

engwe-bikes-uk.com