E-bike & Safety Compliance

ROAD-LEGAL E-BIKES IN AUSTRALIA

To be used on public roads and paths, an e-bike generally needs to be either a power-assisted pedal cycle with a motor of no more than 200W, or a pedalec that complies with the European standard EN 15194: a maximum continuous rated motor power of 250W, assistance only while pedalling, and assistance cutting out at 25 km/h.

Bikes that exceed these limits are treated as motor vehicles and cannot be ridden on public roads or paths unless they are registered, which is generally not possible for these bikes.

250W POWER LIMIT OPTION

E-bikes with the Bafang M430 or M560 motor can be supplied with the motor limited to 250W, with pedal assistance cutting out at 25 km/h, for road use in Australia. Choose the "250W power limit" option on the product page. Do not modify the motor settings afterwards.

750W MOTOR UPGRADE — OFF-ROAD AND PRIVATE LAND ONLY

The 750W motor upgrade does not meet the Australian limits for road-legal e-bikes. A bike with this upgrade must only be used off-road on private land with the landowner's permission. It must not be ridden on public roads, footpaths, shared paths or in public parks. You are responsible for how and where you use it.

STANDARDS

EN 15194 is the European standard for electrically power-assisted cycles (EPACs), which Australian rules refer to for 250W pedalecs. E-bikes supplied with the 250W power limit option are set up to meet the Australian e-bike rules (250W continuous rated power, pedal assistance only, cutting out at 25 km/h). Where compliance information is available for a model, we can provide it on request — email sales@biketwitter.com. We do not claim that any model holds a particular certification unless that documentation is provided to you.

AS/NZS 2063 is the Australian/New Zealand standard for bicycle helmets; wearing an approved helmet is compulsory when riding in Australia.

SAFETY

Have the bike assembled and checked by a competent mechanic before first ride. Check brakes, tyre pressure and bolts regularly. Charge batteries only with the supplied charger, on a non-flammable surface, away from heat and not unattended overnight. Do not use a damaged battery.