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They must have approval in accordance road
traffic licensing regulations in your country.
Look for a seal of quality like the GS symbol.
Inadequate bicycle racks may cause accidents.
Always adjust your riding behaviour to the load
you are carrying.
The total height of your vehicle
changes when you transport a
pedelec on the roof!
Carefully attach the pedelec, so that it cannot
come detached from the rack. This could result
in severe traffic accidents. Check the fasteners
multiple times during transport. Loose parts (e.g.
tools, air pumps, bags or child seats) may come
off during the drive and put other motorists at risk.
Remove all loose parts before departing. Only
then may the pedelec be attached at the handle-
bars, stem, pedelec seat or seat post if this is in-
tended by the rack manufacturer. Do not use fas-
teners that could damage the fork or the frame.
Never attach the pedelec to compo-
nents made of carbon.
The manufacturers of add-on components and
accessories also provide information regarding
use and assembly on their websites. Check it out
when you use something new.
On the train
The same regulations apply as when transporting
a bicycle. It is best to remove the battery from the
bike before and while using public transportation.
Public transportation has different regulations
regarding the carrying or transportation of
pedelecs. Know which buses and trains you can
take before using public transportation.
Aircraft
Batteries must be transported as dangerous
goods. You must ensure that it is clearly labelled as
such. Ask your airline about this. Also, check with
your airline about the regulations regarding the
transport of sports equipment/bicycles/pedelecs.
Replacing parts
Guide for parts which may be changed
on CE-approved e-bikes / pedelecs with
assisted pedalling up to 25 km/h
Category 1
Components allowed to be changed only with permission from
the bike's manufacturer/system provider
• Motor
• Sensors
• Electrical steering
• Electrical cables
• Control panel on the handlebars
• Display
• Battery pack
• Charger
Category 2
Components allowed to be changed only with permission from
the bike's manufacturer
• Frame
• Suspension strut
• Bike fork and suspension fork
• Wheel for the hub motor
• Brake system
• Brake pads
(rim brakes)
• Luggage rack
(Luggage racks determine how much weight
the wheel can carry. Both positive and negative
changes made to the bike can potentially im-
pact the bike's drivability as compared to that
implied by the manufacturer.)
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