[TFL] London Bans Non-Foldable Electric Bikes

Why the Ban was Introduced

In recent weeks, we have received customer enquiries relating to ‘non-foldable E-bikes banned’ and ‘UK E-bike laws 2025’.

So allow us to fill you in on what’s been going on. The main change is that there has been a non-folding electric bike ban which is now in place on the London Underground and other Transport for London services. 

Unfortunately, not all E-bikes in the UK are purchased from trusted stockists such as ourselves. This can mean that cheap or inferior parts are used to build the bike, which can pose safety issues. There have been several instances of E-bike fires on the London Underground, which forced TfL to act to protect the safety of customers. 

On March 31, TfL officially banned all non-folding E-bikes as a precaution.

However, there are a small number of services which are exempt from the ban. These have been posted on the TfL website. 

What This Means For Riders

The recent ban on bringing a non-folding E-bike on TfL services has made it pretty clear that if your electric bike doesn’t fold, you can’t bring it on the London Underground or any other TfL service, unless you happen to travel during the very select times when TfL lifts the ban. 

However, if you own an E-bike which does fold, and you wish to take it on London’s transport network, you will be unaffected by the change. 

If you are impacted by the ban and you live, work in or visit London with your E-bike, now is a good time to consider switching to a folding electric bike model. Otherwise, you’ll need to make alternative arrangements for your journey involving taking a non-foldable E-bike on TfL services. 

Specifically, your electric bike will need to offer an extended range capability so that it can cover the distance you previously travelled via TfL services. You will also need to ensure the E-bike is road legal.

Alternatives And Solutions

The easiest way to avoid any problems when riding in or around London is to switch to a foldable E-bike model. But who says you have to miss out on speed, distance range or even rider comfort if you switch to an E-bike which can fold down? 

At Rapid Scooter Master, all of our folding E-bikes have been handpicked by our team to ensure the very best build quality and overall features. So let’s take a look at some of the top options if you want a bike you can legally take on TfL services. 

Top tip: Many of our folding electric bikes are also road legal! We’ve labelled our road legal folding E-bikes on our product listings, i.e. the ENGWE EP-2 Boost Electric Bike.

Entry Level Folding E-Bikes

If you are looking to buy your first folding E-bike, or if you’re on a budget, look no further than the ENGWE T14 Electric Bike. This model has a top speed of 15.5 MPH and a distance range of up to 26 miles. The Engwe 

T14 also offers three riding modes so you can choose between fully electric, pedal-assist or manual. 

Similarly, the ENGWE EP-2 Pro Electric Bike has a fantastic price point yet offers a phenomenal 80 mile range. Your comfort is also enhanced by the wider tyres, which you can also ride on London’s streets since this E-bike is also road legal. 

Folding E-Bikes With Premium Features

Why not use the Transport for London electric bike ban as an opportunity to upgrade your E-bike to a more sophisticated model?

Remember, so long as the bike can fold it will be permitted on TfL services. But, with so many features to choose from within a folding E-bike, you can also ensure your ride comfort will be enhanced from the get-go. 

For instance, the Allegro Pro Fold Electric Bike is fuelled by a powerful 250W motor and it has an upgraded 35Ah battery. With 20 inch tyres, you can enjoy unrivalled stability and grip for your journeys throughout London and beyond. As well as being road legal, this particular E-bike also boasts a hydraulic braking system. 

Another premium folding E-bike to check out on our website is the ENGWE L20 3.0 Pro Electric Bike. 

Built with the modern commuter in mind, this is the first E-bike to feature a full suspension design, which delivers mountain bike-grade shock absorption. We also think you’ll adore the  720Wh Samsung battery which get this – can offer up to 99 miles (160 KM) – on a single charge!

Buy Foldable E-Bikes Online | TfL-Friendly Electric Bikes 

As mentioned above, E-bikes which can fold are still permitted on the London Underground. 

Folding electric bikes also provide lots of other benefits regardless of where you are located in the UK. This includes being easier to transport and store away when not in use! 

If you are in search of a folding E-bike, then you can view all folding electric bikes for sale on our website. This includes all of the electric bike models we’ve mentioned in this post, plus plenty of others for you to discover! 

Rapid Scooter Master is based in London, and we offer UK nationwide delivery on our E-bikes. 

For any help or advice on buying a folding E-bike, please send us a message or give us a call on 020 7072 2847.

You are also welcome to visit our E-bike showroom located at 2 Oxford Road, London, NW6 5SL.