I have 2 e-bikes: a cargo bike, and a folding mountain bike. As per Canadian law they max out at 32km/hr, and can be electric-only or pedal-assist.
Interesting to see differing regulations and enforcement.

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[–] 4 points 1 year ago (8 children)

I love the micromobility revolution thats happening right now, but it's outpacing regulation and that's not good for anyone.

Firstly they need to address the laws, because the current rules aren't suitable.

Next they need to certify specific products. If your fat bike from temu isn't certified then it's not legal.

Finally they need to test bikes for mods.

Until all of these things are in place the whole movement will suffer.

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  • [–] 6 points 1 year ago (7 children)

    The last thing we need is the government telling us what ebikes we can build.

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  • [–] 5 points 1 year ago (5 children)

    Hard disagree. Riders on illegally modified bikes are a menace.

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  • [–] 4 points 1 year ago (4 children)

    When kids with freshly unboxed Christmas e-scooters can fly past my 'legal' speed e-bike on my way to work, I'm gonna cry BS on my inability to modify my bike to match my pedal cycling speed. If that makes me a 'menace' then so be it.

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  • [–] -1 points 1 year ago

    hope your shitty unregulated import off-label lithium ion battery doesn't burn your flat down, murdering you, your family, and any adjoining neighbors who didn't deserve to die because of your stupid, silly choices.

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