# The Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles Regulations 1983, Regulation 4


The requirements referred to in Regulation 3 above are that the vehicle shall:—
(a) have a kerbside weight not exceeding—
(i) in the case of a bicycle, other than a tandem bicycle, 40 kilograms, and
(ii) in the case of a tandem bicycle and a tricycle, 60 kilograms;
(b) be fitted with pedals by means of which it is capable of being propelled; and
(c) be fitted with no motor other than an electric motor which—
(i) has a continuous rated output which, when installed in the vehicle with the nominal voltage supplied, does not exceed—
(A) in the case of a bicycle, other than a tandem bicycle, 0.2 kilowatts,
(B) in the case of a tandem bicycle and a tricycle, 0.25 kilowatts; and
(ii) cannot propel the vehicle when it is travelling at more than 15 miles per hour.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1983/1168/regulation/4 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/electrically-assisted-pedal-cycles-regulations-1983/regulation-4
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