E-Bike Safety in Australia: Why Responsible Riding Matters

Electric bikes are changing the way Australians move. From the beach paths of Bondi to the mountain trails of the Gold Coast, more riders are choosing e-bikes for commuting, adventure, and pure fun. But with popularity comes responsibility — and recent headlines have shown how important it is to ride safe.

The Gold Coast Crackdown

After a tragic crash involving an e-bike and reports of large, unsafe gatherings, local councils and police are calling for tougher rules. These stories make the news because they highlight what can happen when riders push e-bikes beyond their intended use.

At Volition, we design and engineer our bikes in Australia for safety, compliance, and performance. Our fat tyre e-bikes and eMTB models are built for fun and freedom, but they are not dirt bikes — and we make that clear to every customer.

Why Safety Matters

• 25 km/h is the legal limit on Australian roads for pedal-assist e-bikes.

• Riders can always pedal faster with their own power, but motors must stay compliant.

• Helmets, lights, and proper road awareness are essential for every trip.

• Respecting other road and path users keeps the community onside — and keeps e-bikes welcome in more places.

Volition’s Commitment

Since 2016, Volition has been a pioneer in Australian electric bike engineering. Our focus has always been on building powerful, lightweight, and long-range e-bikes — without compromising safety. All our batteries and chargers are EU-certified, and every bike is hand-assembled in Australia with compliance in mind.

We believe that riding is believing — but only when done responsibly. The future of e-bikes in Australia depends on it.

Final Word

We love e-bikes because they give people freedom, fun, and a more eco-friendly way to travel. But like any powerful machine, they must be used with care. Volition will continue to advocate for safe, legal, and responsible e-bike riding — because we want the community to enjoy these bikes for generations to come.

👉 Ready to ride responsibly? Explore our range of fat tyre e-bikes, eMTB, and Sur Ron electric bikes today at volitionebike.com.