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It's not that e-bikes are legally limited in EU to be <25 km/h, but instead there's a different category (requiring registration) for those going above. Whethe
by rhn_mk1 4y ago
It's not that e-bikes are legally limited in EU to be <25 km/h, but instead there's a different category (requiring registration) for those going above.
Whether those in the higher category are e-bikes is a matter of definitions, not legality.
- Delk 4y agoWell, yes. But the category that allows for higher powered speeds effectively makes them motorized vehicles akin to mopeds, removing ambiguity regarding their status or place in traffic. Motorized vehicles generally aren't allowed on bicycle paths. That is, again, at least where I live. Last time I took a glance, I got the impression there wasn't EU-wide consistent regulation on that.
- vladvasiliu 4y agoYou're technically correct, but I think one major advantage of ebikes vs motorcycles is that you don't need to deal with all the equipment. In Europe, this means you need at least a helmet and approved gloves when riding the faster bikes. They're legally considered a form of "motorcycle", so have the requirements: license + registration + insurance. Although, in practice, for smaller bikes, basically everyone already has the license.