The newly revised mandatory national standard for electric bicycles, “Technical Specification for Safety of Electric Bicycles” (GB 17761—2024), will officially take effect on September 1, 2025. What are the changes in the new regulations? What should riders pay attention to? Traffic police have issued the latest reminders.
At the electric bicycle registration office, citizens came in a continuous stream to handle registration procedures. When asked about their views on the new national standard, citizens generally expressed approval: “Although the speed is a bit slower than before, the safety performance is significantly better, especially the speed limit reminder function, which is very practical. Riding a new standard-compliant bicycle in the future will give us much more peace of mind.”
Traffic police particularly emphasized several core adjustments in the new regulations: First, the weight limit for lead-acid battery models has been relaxed from 55 kg to 63 kg, which can effectively increase the vehicle’s range and alleviate “range anxiety.” Second, manufacturers are required to optimize braking performance, halving the braking distance and ensuring no skidding during rainy weather, significantly reducing the risk of accidents in the rain. Third, the anti-tampering design for controllers has been strengthened; once the speed exceeds 25 km/h, the motor will immediately stop providing power, eliminating the risk of “speed modification” at the source. Fourth, the proportion of plastic materials in the total vehicle weight must not exceed 5.5%, reducing the risk of fires caused by material issues.
Notably, the new national standard also requires electric bicycles to be equipped with BeiDou positioning functionality for the first time. “The BeiDou module can provide real-time information such as the vehicle’s longitude, latitude, speed, and positioning time, and the entire positioning service is free of charge.”
Regarding the most pressing question for owners—”Can old vehicles still be used on the road?”—the new regulations provide a clear answer: Vehicles produced according to the old standard on or before August 31, 2025, will enjoy a three-month sales transition period, allowing sales until November 30, 2025. Starting December 1, 2025, all electric bicycles sold on the market must 100% comply with the new standard. For consumers who have already purchased non-compliant vehicles, there will be no forced淘汰; instead, they can gradually upgrade through policies like trade-in programs.
Here are some safety precautions for riding electric bicycles 👇
1. Age Requirement
According to regulations, driving an electric bicycle requires being at least 16 years old.
Electric bicycles are much faster than regular bicycles but have poorer control stability and braking system safety, posing significant risks. Young people often lack safety awareness and may not react well in emergencies. Therefore, it is essential to obey traffic laws, and parents should pay more attention to their children’s safe travel.
2. One Helmet per Person
Messing up your hairstyle by wearing a helmet is not important! In case of an accident, the helmet is a crucial safety guarantee! Not only should you wear a helmet, but you must also wear it properly. Safety is your own responsibility—never take it lightly.
3. Do Not Rush When Turning
When turning left at an intersection on an electric bicycle, pay attention to the surroundings; slow down before turning, signal by hand or use the turn signal in advance, and do not make sudden turns. If you do not yield to oncoming traffic when turning, the probability of an accident increases significantly.
4. Dangerous “Equipment”
Do not install sunshades on electric bicycles. Although convenient, sunshades pose many safety hazards. They are prone to collisions, obstruct vision, and are more dangerous in windy weather.
5. “Multitasking”
Many people have the habit of scrolling through their phones, but doing so while riding is dangerous. If you are looking at your phone, who is watching the road? If you need to check your phone, pull over safely first.
6. Crossing the Street “Posture”
According to regulations, when crossing a roadway on a bicycle, electric bicycle,
