Yes I don’t think the powers that be realise the freedom ebikes can bring to disabled people and should allow throttles if you can show a genuine need and have medical proof.
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I think more so that those with a disability that do their best to be out and about and be mobile (rather then those that give in and say no and sit indoors or do nothing) should look in to the realms of LPM 250w EAPC requirements.
It's takes away the threat of having the bike confiscated and if plod do try it on one can point out the Gov't DVLA web site and the 100% legality of having a 250LPM EAPC as according to DVLA and it bein gtested and conforming to regs with V5 certification.
In fact photocopy or carry a pic of it on a mobile phone for proof.
The test isn't an onourous one , obvious things like good brakes and a bike stand are required.
Battery securing and tidy wiring
It needs a plate /label conforming to the UK specs , max speed or voltage (both won't hurt) , wattage and a maker name maybe .
There aren't to many of these testing stations in the UK who carry out tests on EAPC's but one should be able to find one hopefuuly not too far away.
If one does ahve one not far away then maybe worth popping in and having a discuussion as to the exact requirements for the bike so as not to waste your time when presenting it for a test.
By far the easiest route is a Wisper EAPC for which Wisper will have the bike inspected/tested prior to delivery or being collected , there is an additionl small charge for this on top of the bike RRP but this is to be expected .
It's takes away the threat of having the bike confiscated and if plod do try it on one can point out the Gov't DVLA web site and the 100% legality of having a 250LPM EAPC as according to DVLA and it bein gtested and conforming to regs with V5 certification.
In fact photocopy or carry a pic of it on a mobile phone for proof.
The test isn't an onourous one , obvious things like good brakes and a bike stand are required.
Battery securing and tidy wiring
It needs a plate /label conforming to the UK specs , max speed or voltage (both won't hurt) , wattage and a maker name maybe .
There aren't to many of these testing stations in the UK who carry out tests on EAPC's but one should be able to find one hopefuuly not too far away.
If one does ahve one not far away then maybe worth popping in and having a discuussion as to the exact requirements for the bike so as not to waste your time when presenting it for a test.
By far the easiest route is a Wisper EAPC for which Wisper will have the bike inspected/tested prior to delivery or being collected , there is an additionl small charge for this on top of the bike RRP but this is to be expected .
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It's not as easy as you think. There are many special requirements that can catch you out - things like it must have a stand, round ends on the levers, no sharp edges, cables all protected by trunking or covers and things like that. Watch some videos or read forum posts from people who have actually done it to see what's involved, otherwise you have to get it tested twice.
Thank you for the heads up all the things you mentioned I have even down to me putting edging rubber trim on my metal mudguards some months back which I did for looks and was pleasantly surprised to see it is something that has to be done, I also have plastic coverers on the wheel nuts and rubber coil protection on all cables but when I find out we’re I have to take the bike I will get a load of good closeup pictures of the bike and then contact or go to the said place to find out more before taking the bike.
Thanks again you all are a great help .
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Police Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
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Police Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
A modified electric bike has been seized by Northamptonshire Police after officers caught the rider illegally using a throttle to
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Police Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
Police Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
A modified electric bike has been seized by Northamptonshire Police after officers caught the rider illegally using a throttle to
I was told today that if your bike was made before 2018 and has a thumb throttle as standard it’s legal ? Perhaps those with real knowledge could clarify this I was told they call it grandad rights , very appropriate for mePolice Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
Police Seize Modified E-Bike in Northamptonshire Over Road Violations
A modified electric bike has been seized by Northamptonshire Police after officers caught the rider illegally using a throttle to
Glasgow police crackdown on illegal e-bikes - and this happened
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Glasgow police crackdown on illegal e-bikes - and this is what happened
ACTION days by police have seen a decrease in the number of illegal e-bikes being used in the city centre, officers say.
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Officers in Clacton are clamping down on adapted electric bikes after two bikes were seized.
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Police clamp down on antisocial behaviour as two more bikes seized in Clacton
Officers in Clacton are clamping down on adapted electric bikes, as once again two bikes were seized.
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Thanks I need to find out when knapp Ebike rtd was first brought to Uk I. Bought mine second hand from a guy who had it 2 year and he only did 84 klm he kept in a motor home with heated garage and only used it to nip to shop when camping he did charge the battery a bit
I'm pretty sure that it wasn't 2016. Those sort of bikes have only been around for a few years. I would say 2020 at the earliest.
Essex police crack down on high speed illegal e-bikes
GET-TOUGH police are cracking down on electric bikes in Colchester after reports of some being ridden at 45mph — three times the legal limit.
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GET-TOUGH police are cracking down on electric bikes in Colchester after reports of some being ridden at 45mph — three times the legal limit.
Police 'crack down' on illegal e-bikes caught riding at 45mph in Colchester
Essex police have intensified efforts to seize and destroy illegal electric bikes in Colchester, traveling at speeds as high as 45mph.
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Police drones track e-bike being ridden 'dangerously' along North Wales coastal path
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Police drones track e-bike being ridden 'dangerously' on North Wales coast path
The rider of the high-powered bike was visiting the area
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Yes I think you are correct barracuda rogue was a budget version without the fancy bits and 10ah battery Doh
I can find dates for it.
I fully understand the fact that you will always get idiots doing stupid things in or on any form of transportation they spoil it for those that try to abide with the rules but also cause people to tar us all with the same brush, I was out Sunday for a quiet 43 mile round trip mostly cycle lanes and got told 3 times that electric bikes even with pedals are not allowed on them this I might add was by people with more than one dog not on a lead and the ones that were had the long retractable ones and the owners had no regard for cyclists in any form I past many lovely people to that respected the multiuse on these paths of horses bikes and walkers but some do seem ignorant to the fact ebikes are allowed if they are legal and being peddled.Essex police crack down on high speed illegal e-bikes
GET-TOUGH police are cracking down on electric bikes in Colchester after reports of some being ridden at 45mph — three times the legal limit.
Police 'crack down' on illegal e-bikes caught riding at 45mph in Colchester
Essex police have intensified efforts to seize and destroy illegal electric bikes in Colchester, traveling at speeds as high as 45mph.
I will add that several times groups of Lycra clad speed freaks flew past me and spooked several horses along the days travels.
Highway code. Rule 56. Continually ignored on the cycle tracks near me. Despite a perfectly good pavement next to them it is preferable to walk a dog in the centre of the cycle track with an invisible 100m extending dog lead. The best time to do this is when it is dark. Dog should also be dark coloured just to make it even more interesting.
The problem is that your bike looks like an electric motorbike. The average NPC wouldn't know the difference. It's made worse by all the guys using the illegal ones.
Yes you’re correct and I did point the fact out that it may look like a motorbike but isn’t and I did say a horse looks like a pony or donkey because it has four legs and a tail and a long face , sometimes in life everything is not as you would think at first sight a little less bias and more understanding along with a dose of common sense I suggested would help them;}
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