Gold Coast police are continuing to target dangerous and non-compliant e-mobility device use as part of Operation X-Ray Surety, a state-wide road safety campaign aimed at reducing injuries and improving rider behaviour.
Electric bikes, scooter and motorcycles continue to grow in popularity across the city; however, police are reminding the community that these devices must be ridden responsibly and in accordance with the law.
Riders who operate non-compliant devices which are unregistered, unlicensed, or illegally modified place themselves and others at significant risk. Many of these machines are capable of high speeds, and when used unlawfully, the consequences can be devastating.
Superintendent Peter Miles said ensuring the safety of all road users remains a priority for police across the Gold Coast.
"These devices are powerful, fast and extremely popular - but they are not toys," Superintendent Miles said.
"Riders who use unregistered or modified e-mobility devices, or who ride without a licence or a helmet, are putting themselves and others in real danger."
"Our message is simple: ride safe, ride smart, and ride within the law. If you break the rules, expect to be stopped, engage with and possibly face enforcement action."
As part of ongoing enforcement, officers continue to focus on helmet compliance, speed, rider behaviour and road safety, with regular targeted operations throughout the district.
A key component of Operation X-Ray Surety is proactive community engagement and education.
Senior Constable Michael Coleman from the Ormeau Police Beat recently met with local young people across Ormeau to discuss safe e-mobility use, answer questions, and reinforce essential road rules. His interactions are part of a broader Gold Coast Police effort to educate the community about the safe and lawful use of e-bikes, e-scooters, personal mobility devices (PMDs) and electric motorbikes.
Gold Coast police are also working closely with local schools, delivering safety messaging to students to build an early understanding of road rules and the risks associated with illegal or unsafe e-mobility riding.
Superintendent Miles said education, engagement and enforcement all play a critical role.
"We want people to enjoy these devices, but we need them to do so safely," he said.
"Our officers are engaging with riders, particularly young people, to make sure they understand the rules. But where dangerous or antisocial riding is identified, we won't hesitate to take action."
Police continue to remind the community that non-compliant electric motorbikes cannot be used on public roads and must only be ridden on private property.
E-mobility safety remains a key enforcement focus across the district. Gold Coast police will continue to conduct regular operations to educate riders and take enforcement action where dangerous or non-compliant behaviour
The Queensland Police Service is committed to reducing the number of lives lost on our roads.
Data shows that serious crashes can be significantly reduced when drivers recognise and avoid the 'Fatal Five' behaviours: speeding, drink and drug driving, not wearing seatbelts, fatigue and distraction.
Road safety is everyone's responsibility. Learn more about staying safe on Queensland roads: https://www.police.qld.gov.au/initiatives/fatal-five-staying-safe-roads
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