The North Vancouver RCMP is reminding the public that e‑dirt bikes and other high‑powered electric motorcycles are not street legal, following numerous complaints received over the weekend.
On Friday, April 17, North Vancouver RCMP responded to five separate reports of youth riding these electric motorcycles dangerously on public roads. Reports included riders weaving in and out of traffic and performing wheelies. In one instance, youth were reported riding these motorcycles on a turf field at Delbrook Recreation Centre.
Later Friday evening, officers located several bikes parked outside a fast‑food restaurant in Lynn Valley. A 2026 Surron bike, which is not street legal, was seized. The guardian of the youth claimed ownership of the bike and retrieved it from the detachment the following day.
In past instances when officers attempted to conduct traffic stops, the riders fled at high speeds, placing themselves and others at extreme risk.
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“We’re seeing more cases where parents are purchasing these bikes without realizing their child cannot legally ride them around the neighbourhood or to school,” said Corporal Mansoor Sahak, Media Relations Officer for the North Vancouver RCMP. “There is a responsibility on adults to understand what they are buying and to ensure youth are educated on the rules and the very real consequences.”
Officers have taken an education‑first approach, as these bikes are relatively new, but enforcement will be increased for those who repeatedly violate the rules. Anyone who is unsure about the legality of their electric bike, or who is considering purchasing one, is encouraged to review the rules and requirements outlined on
What about west van? They are all over the roads in Squamish as well.
Its about time. Parents claiming they dont know emotos are illegal know.
You need to bust the dealers selling them. None of these people would be doing this with gas motorcycles. Wake up!Give your head a shake! Your excuses dont fool anyone, not even yourselves.
The dealers shouldn’t have any issues, it’s not their faults that they are being used illegally. You can legally ride these on dirtbike trails or private property. It is the fault of the user and parents that these are being used illegally.
Dealers (of course) are in it to make money. They know what’s happening with these bikes. Humongous uptick in sales.. and these bikes won’t ever have dirt or mud on them.
At the very least they should be telling their customers that these are NOT legal on District roads.
I live in the Upper Lynn Valley area and see lots of bikes on the back of cars going up Mountain Highway so clearly it’s a factor.
Bust dealers for what? Its perfectly legal to sell them to anyone. Even a car can be purchased by anyone. If someone drives a car recklessly where cars shouldnt be, should the dealer be responsible? If you sell your vehicle and the buyer drives dangerously, do you think you should be arrested?
Cant impound what you can’t catch. Game one twits.
Looks like they caught them.
its not that deep😭🤞
There are even ebikes that are illegal with enough power to go up steep hills without pedaling. They too are dangerous.
God north van js full of karens and snobs. Omg kids having fun?!! How dare they!! Get a life people!