09/09/2026
E-Bike or E-Moto? Media coverage is actually confusing everyone!
A genuine e-bike is pedal-assist only, max 250W motor, assistance cuts out at 25 km/h, and is classed as a bicycle.
An e-moto has full throttle and/or more powerful motor. These are classed as a motorcycles and belong on private property or need to be registered.
Most of the seizure videos you’re seeing are actually e-motos being ridden on public roads and pathways, where only bicycles are allowed.
Knowing the difference keeps you on the right side of the rules.
Full article out now on our blog.