A rise in illegal e-bikes being ridden at high speeds has sparked a warning from a Hampshire community speed watch group.
Volunteers said they are seeing an "ever increasing number" of illegally adapted pedal bikes being used on roads after a recent speed watch session in Chandler's Ford.
The group recently recorded one travelling at 33mph.
A spokesperson said the bicycle had been adapted with an electric motor and was being ridden by a youth wearing a t-shirt and shorts, but no helmet.
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They added that the rider appeared to have no insurance, tax or MOT.
The spokesperson said: "Apart from anything it's a danger to himself and all road users."
They warned that the growing number of modified bikes travelling at high speeds was becoming a concern.
The comments come as community speed watch volunteers continue monitoring roads in Chandler's Ford and surrounding areas for speeding motorists and other road safety issues.
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