Does this bike really belong in this forum? While it looks a lot like a push bike, it seems to be - both practically and legally - a moped. With a maximum speed of 28mph, and a range of between 28 and 68 miles. Apparently (as referred to above) you are required to get it registered, insured and you need to wear a motorcycle helmet.
Which no one does.
Their website says you dont have to wear a helmet, and doesnt mention anything about insurance or registration.
But the
UK Gov website says only electric bikes less than 200Watts are legal, and these Kalkhoff bikes are more powerful than that ,350Watts. It also says that once the bike hits 15mph, the motor should stop propelling the bike, yet these bikes are advertised speeds of up to 28mph.
I'm certain the one I see regularly is a Kalkhoff, and it can leave me for dead without trying, I can be rattling along at over 20mph and it's still going away from me. There is no way the guy could cycle the bike at 20mph so I can only assume that the motor is still offering help, which strictly speaking is illegal.