Power numbers on e-bikes can be confusing. You’ll see 250 W, 500 W and 1000 W, and terms like “continuous,” “rated,” and “peak.” The distinction matters because Australian law uses the continuous rated power to decide what is legal on roads and shared paths.
1000 W E-bikes have become common in sales listings across Australia. Often these high-powered e-bikes come with labels like “For Private Use Only” or claims that they are “digitally limited” to meet legal requirements. This has sparked confusion among riders about what’s actually legal and safe to ride on public roads and paths.
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