Electric bike riders face action by the Bermuda Police Service in a bid to halt dangerous riding and speeding on the roads.

The BPS said there was an increase in the number of reports about how riders are using electric bikes and electric-assisted pedal bicycles.

They said that complaints included excessive speeds as well as dangerous riding.

A police spokesman said: “In light of the growing concern surrounding these issues, the public are advised that the Bermuda Police Service will be targeting traffic offences outlined in the Road Traffic Act 1947, which are applicable to all vehicles, including e-bikes and electric-assisted pedal bikes, operated on the island’s roads.”

He said offences included speeding, careless riding, riding without due care and attention and failure to obey traffic signals or stop signs.

The spokesman added: “The offences listed are enforceable regardless of the type of pedal or electric cycle being ridden and irrespective of whether the rider is in possession of a valid driver’s licence at the time of the offence, or not.

“Enforcement action will be applied consistently and in accordance with established procedures.”