Speed Pedelec UK Law
What is a Speed Pedelec?
A pedal bicycle with motor assistance up to 45km/h or 28mph.
A pedal bicycle with a motor power exceeding 250W.
They are officially categorised as a moped in the UK at the time of writing.
What do I need to ride a Speed Pedelec in the UK?
A Driving license.
Vehicle registration and number plate.
Speed pedelecs are exempt from vehicle tax.
Insurance.
Helmet certified for use on Mopeds.
MOT after three years.
What driving license do I need?
You are qualified to ride a Speed Pedelec if you passed your driving test prior to Feb 1st 2001.
You are qualified to ride a Speed Pedelec if you have a full motorbike license.
If you passed your test after 2001 you will be required to complete Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) to ride a Speed Pedelec.
A CBT test will take one day, and will cost around £150 at the time of writing. Your CBT certificate will be valid for 2 years.
L’ plates are required after CBT test until a full motorbike test is taken and passed.
You will need to pass a full motorcycle test within 2 years of passing your CBT, or a fresh CBT will be required.
Do I need to register and tax my Speed Pedelec?
Speed Pedelecs are considered Mopeds in the UK at this time and are subject to the same laws as a moped or motorbike.
A license plate is required.
A mirror comes with the bike and we will fit this for you.
We will process all of the DVLA paperwork for you as part of our OTR service. For more information on what we’ll do please check out further down this page.
We will provide a standard number plate which is included in our OTR price.
An MOT is required after 3 years which a motor cycle MOT centre will be able to carry out.
Do I need insurance to ride a Speed Pedelec?
We have provided a link below for insurance for your Speed Pedelec.
We are not affiliated with the provider in any way and have provided the link to make things as easy as possible for you.
Typical insurance for 3rd party only is £200.
Where can I ride?
Speed Pedelecs cannot be ridden on cycle paths or cycle lanes.
A moped/motorbike helmet is required as per UK Motorcycle helmet rules.
EU pedelec certified helmets are not currently compliant.
Speed Pedelec Insurance
Insurance is required to ride a Speed Pedelec in the UK.
Unfortunately, it is becoming increasingly difficult to find insurance brokers who understand what an S-Pedelec actually is, and many will simply say they do not offer cover.
If you are contacting insurers, the following points may help:
1. How Stromer bikes are classified
In the UK, a Stromer is classified as a 0cc electric moped, under tax class L1e-B.
2. Make and model
Make sure you tell the broker that the bike is a Stromer and specify the model you own. Stromer is listed as a recognised brand in most insurance databases.
3. Built-in security
Stromer bikes come with a factory-fitted alarm, immobiliser, and GPS tracker. Be sure to mention these features when obtaining a quote.
4. Additional security
Using a high-quality Sold Secure–rated lock is recommended, and you should inform the insurer if you use one.
Speed Pedelec DVLA, our OTR (On The Road) Service
We will process all of the following paperwork for you as part of our OTR service.
V267 (new vehicle import), V55/4 (Application for a licence for a new motor vehicle and declaration for registration), and certificate of conformity.
V267 and V55/4 are from the DVLA and can be found via the links below. The Certificate of conformity will be with the bike: we require this to complete the V267 and V55/4 form.
We will fill in and send the V267 and V55/4, along with the Certificate of Conformity to DVLA to register the bike. The cost of this is included in our OTR price.
We will then receive the V5c form for the bike now that is registered.
Speed Pedelecs are tax exempt due to zero emissions (at the time of writing).
We will provide a standard number plate which is included in our OTR price.
Essential Safety Information According to EU Regulation GPSR (General Product Safety Regulation) for Electric Bicycles
Download a copy below.