UK Police Seize Surge of Illegal E-Bikes | Manchester News

E-bike seizures across the UK have skyrocketed 83% in a year, with over 7,000 confiscated nationally and 86 alone in Greater Manchester — sparking alarm as illegal models, unregistered and capable of 70+ mph, pose serious risks to public safety. MPs are pushing for new laws to classify these bikes and their modification kits as unsafe products, aiming to ban online sales. Police now have expanded powers to seize them without warning during anti-social use, while government reforms targeting battery safety and modifications are expected soon — signaling a crackdown on a growing menace on Britain’s roads. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/29c0fbc71950eef1