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flag New South Wales is enacting stricter e-bike rules in March 2026, limiting power to 250 watts and speed to 25 km/h, with a transition period for older models.

flag New South Wales is tightening e-bike rules starting March 1, 2026, adopting the European safety standard that caps power at 250 watts and speed at 25 km/h, with assistance cutting off if pedaling stops. flag A review is assessing whether teens should be banned from carrying passengers, with a recommended minimum riding age of 12 to 16. flag A three-year transition allows older 500-watt e-bikes to remain legal until March 1, 2029. flag Retailers must label compliant bikes, and police gain new powers to seize illegal models. flag The changes follow safety concerns, including a high-profile incident on the Sydney Harbour Bridge, and aim to prevent modifications and ensure e-bikes remain bicycle-like.

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