Police will conduct a second e-bike and e-scooter operation targeting reckless riding, illegal modifications, and non-compliance with road rules. The operation will run from 16 to 22 February.
During first operation in December, police recorded 16 people involved in collisions while riding e-scooters or e-bikes. At least 13 people were injured, including four who sustained serious injuries.
Nine of the collisions involved e-scooters, six involved e-bikes, and one involved a solo-wheel device. The majority of collisions occurred within metropolitan Adelaide, with 70 per cent happening between 8am and 6pm.
Police issued 45 expiation notices for a total of 53 offences during the operation - 35 offences related to riders not wearing a helmet.
Acting Officer in Charge of Traffic Services Branch, Inspector Mark Atkinson said the operation highlighted ongoing concerns about unsafe and unlawful use of e-rideables on South Australian roads and paths.
"E-scooters and e-bikes can be a convenient way to get around, but when they're ridden irresponsibly or illegally, they pose a serious risk to riders, pedestrians, and other road users," Inspector Atkinson said.
"We're seeing devices that have been modified to exceed legal speeds, riders ignoring helmet requirements, and people riding under the influence or performing stunts in busy public areas. These behaviours can have life-changing consequences.
"It's also concerning to see so many people not wearing a helmet. We know that helmets can protect our vulnerable road users from sustaining serious injury and there's no excuse for not wearing one."
Police urge e-ridable users to familiarise themselves with PMD-use rules, including what constitutes illegal modifications, the requirement to wear a helmet, and applicable speed limits.
For more information on rules for e-rider use, please visit My Licence - Personal Mobility Devices
