Today, while out running errands on my hybrid, I saw an e-motorbike (this style) using the bike lane (dude also had a motorcycle helmet on).

Personally, I think these people should stay on the road like other motorbikes, as it’s clear that these are supposed to be an electric analog to ICE powered bikes.

I called this person out as well, due to my position being they actually are more of a hazard to other cyclists and pedestrians when the lanes switch to MUP’s without warning. Especially where they would be heavier than even e-bikes and would cause anyone they hit more damage than they would receive.

  • saigot
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    9 months ago

    I ride my ebike in the bike lane. I think the rules to be allowed to use a bike lane where I live are sensible they currently are:

    • bike must have pedels and be fully functional without power
    • max speed of 30km/h under power, a max wattage of 500w
    • a weight limit and a brake distance limit

    Looks like the bike yiu saw shouldn’t be allowed.