Motorised bicycles on the road

Motorised bicycles on the road

We wish to inform you that the Land Transport Authority (LTA) regulates vehicles that are used on public roads. We only allow low-Power Assist Bicycles (PABs) that meet the following technical requirements.

a)      Construction of the PAB is similar to that of a conventional bicycle (e.g. the PAB should not have a horizontal platform in the mid-section for use as a footrest);

b)       The PAB is powered by an electric source;

c)      The maximum power output of the electric motor does not exceed 200 watts;

d)     The motor power of the PAB cuts in only when the rider starts to pedal (eg. it should not be equipped with a throttle to by-pass the power-assisted function); and

e)      The motor power of the PAB cuts off when it reaches 25 km/h or when the rider stops pedalling.

We wish to add that PABs are not allowed on pedestrian walkways, HDB void decks and public parks. This is in accordance to the regulations laid down by government agencies such as Singapore Police Force, Housing Development Board and National Parks Board. Any person who intends to use PABs in the mentioned places other than public roads (i.e. public parks, recreational or private compounds, etc) is required to obtain permission from the agencies/owners governing such places.

The rider of a bicycle shall obey the Road Traffic (Bicycles) Rules. The bicycle shall be ridden close to the left hand edge of the roadway and in such a manner as not to obstruct vehicles moving at a faster speed. Enforcement officers will take action against non-compliance with requirements.

For safety reasons, Traffic Police requires all riders and pillion riders of PABs to be at least 16 years old and they must wear a bicycle helmet when riding a PAB.

We thank you for providing the photos.We will step up enforcement in the areas mentioned

We thank you for writing in. Yours sincerely

SRIDHARAN HARIDAS

for DEPUTY DIRECTOR

VEHICLE ENGINEERING DIVISION

LAND TRANSPORT AUTHORITY