Manly e-bike crackdown sees 149 riders stopped and threats of the crusher
A surge in overpowered electric bikes on Manly Corso and footpaths prompted NSW Police to launch Operation E-Voltage. Officers stopped 149 riders in 48 hours, handing out fines from $818 and warning non-compliant bikes will be sent to the crusher.
Key points
- Police pulled over 149 e-bike riders across 48 hours during Operation E-Voltage
- Fines start at $818 for non-compliant bikes exceeding standard speed limits
- Dodgy or illegal bikes risk being seized and sent directly to the crusher
- Legal e-bikes must cut out motor assistance at 25km/h when riders stop pedalling
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