Legally speaking, there's three categories of e-bikes in the EU [0]: * under 250W, under 25km/h: no more approval than a pedal powered bicycle * L1e-A: under

Legally speaking, there's three categories of e-bikes in the EU [0]: * under 250W, under 25km/h: no more approval than a pedal powered bicycle * L1e-A: under 25km/h, under 1kW electric * L1e-B: under 45km/h, under 4kW electric ("speed pedelec" class) L1e-A and L1e-B ebikes need an extra type certification. Plus there are hurdles in terms of insurance, sometimes also helmet obligation, and more. [0] https://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/automotive/legislation/motorbikes-trikes-quads_en https://ec.europa.eu/growth/sectors/automotive/legislation/m...