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News release

E-bikes in Terrace raising concerns for safety

July 3, 2025 - Terrace RCMP, British Columbia
From: Terrace RCMP

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Stock photo: SurRon E-dirt bike
Stock photo: SurRon E-dirt bike

E-bikes and E-dirt bikes are becoming more prevalent around Terrace and the RCMP have seen an increase in complaints surrounding the use of these bikes.

Both E-bikes and E-dirt bikes have been reported speeding along residential streets, flying down municipal trails, and stunting on city sidewalks. This has drawn attention to the fast-growing phenomenon of e-bikes and what the laws are surrounding their use.

In many cases, there is little information that has been provided to E-bike riders and most are unaware of the regulations that apply to their use.

The rules for E-dirt bikes remain the same as traditional gas-powered dirt bikes. They are for off road use only and not to be operated on roads, sidewalks, bike lanes or any place the public may be.

E-dirt bikes are subject to the Motor Vehicle Act offences and fines:

  • No insurance $598,
  • No license $276 and three demerit points,
  • Ride motorcycle without required helmet $138 and two demerit points,
  • Drive without due care and attention $368 and six demerit points,
  • Drive without consideration $196 and six demerit points.

Subject to 7-day vehicle impoundment

  • Stunting.

Subject to Criminal Code offences

  • Dangerous Operation,
  • Flight from Peace Officer,
  • Impaired Operation of a Motor Vehicle.

Subject to Civil Forfeiture

  • They are not covered under any insurance policy and can expose you to personal Civil Liability,
  • There is zero tolerance as this is high-risk behaviour,
  • If an infraction is issued, this can cause increased insurance premiums when declaring these high-risk drivers on family vehicles.

For more information on E-bike requirements visit https://www2.gov.bc.ca>gov>content

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