Illegal e-bike numbers 'increasing' across Hampshire

Police have seized a number of e-bikes across Hampshire <i>(Image: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police)</i>
Police have seized a number of e-bikes across Hampshire (Image: Hampshire and Isle of Wight Police)
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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.

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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