Petition · past parliament · Department for Transport
Create a new vehicle category for E-bikes with a top speed of 30mph
Closed
42 signatures
What the petition asks
Reclassify E-bikes that can reach a top speed of 30mph into their own class of Motor vehicles. This should include the use of a headlight and rear light at night; a legal requirement for helmets and insurance, as well as an age restriction to 18+ and, have at least a provisional license.
There is a massive explosion of E-bike's seen globally and in the UK.
The current laws limit the pedelec E-bikes to 15mph and a 250w motor.
This is inadequate as it creates a large speed deficit between E-bike users and traditional road users which is a major safety concern.
The current speed limit stops potential users from replacing their cars for travel, while other users bypass the law altogether and derestrict their bikes. The law's should be updated to reflect current green initiatives.
The current laws limit the pedelec E-bikes to 15mph and a 250w motor.
This is inadequate as it creates a large speed deficit between E-bike users and traditional road users which is a major safety concern.
The current speed limit stops potential users from replacing their cars for travel, while other users bypass the law altogether and derestrict their bikes. The law's should be updated to reflect current green initiatives.
Timeline
| 22 Jan 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 22 Jul 2021 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
42
Status
Closed
Department
Department for Transport
Opened
22 Jan 2021
Closed
22 Jul 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.