Ensuring Sale of Second-hand Power Assisted Bicycles Are in Compliance with Regulations

41 Ms Joan Pereira asked the Minister for Transport what measures are in place to ensure that the sale of pre-owned or second-hand power-assisted bicycles are in compliance with LTA’s regulations.

Mr Chee Hong Tat (for the Minister for Transport): It is an offence to sell a non-compliant power-assisted bicycle (PAB), whether new or second-hand. It is also an offence to alter a PAB to render it non-compliant. The Land Transport Authority (LTA) conducts enforcement operations against errant users and retailers. Non-compliant devices are seized by LTA and enforcement actions are taken against users or retailers found to have contravened the law.

Members of the public are advised to exercise caution and only purchase compliant devices for use on paths and roads. Buyers should also ensure that the registration of the PAB is transferred to their name during the purchase.

LTA will continue with its public education outreach and enforcement efforts with support from key stakeholders.