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That cheap e-bike online might not actually be an e-bike, bike safety group calling for change
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Ashley Halbach , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points These devices may actually be electric motorcycles or mopeds, which can pose safety risks. Concerns are growing about devices being sold as e-bikes.
Concerns are growing about devices being sold as e-bikes. These devices may actually be electric motorcycles or mopeds, which can pose safety risks. A letter has been sent to various state officials, including the governor and attorney general, calling for action to address this issue.
The devices in question are often found through online retailers, particularly those based internationally. Further information about this issue is available from the source.
Details about the specific safety concerns and proposed solutions are not fully outlined here, but the issue is reportedly developing rapidly and warrants attention from state leaders.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
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