🚨 Illegal E-Bikes Seized – OP Pendulum in Action 🚨

As part of Operation Pendulum, officers from the North Street Neighbourhood Policing Team, supported by Special Constables and colleagues from Roads Policing, have seized multiple illegal electric bikes following a dangerous incident where riders failed to stop for police.

These bikes were being ridden carelessly, with no licence, no insurance, and in a manner that posed a serious risk to the public and the riders themselves.

🔍 What is Operation Pendulum?
Operation Pendulum is a targeted initiative by North Yorkshire Police aimed at tackling the growing issue of illegal and unregistered electric bikes being used on public roads and footpaths. These vehicles are often high-powered, modified, or imported in ways that make them non-compliant with UK road laws, yet they’re still being ridden in public spaces.

⚠️ What makes an e-bike legal?
A legal Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle (EAPC) must:

If a bike exceeds these limits, it is classed as a motor vehicle under the Road Traffic Act, meaning it requires:

🛑 The bikes seized in this incident were 42V 2000W, far exceeding the legal limit. This makes them motor vehicles, and riding them without proper documentation is a criminal offence. The riders involved had no licence, no insurance, and were operating the bikes in a careless and dangerous manner.

✅ We’re committed to keeping our communities safe. If you see illegal or dangerous riding, please report it to us. Every report helps us take action and prevent harm.

📞 Report anonymously via Crimestoppers or directly through our website.