Originally Posted by
3alarmer
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The problem I foresee already is that they allow people with little bicycle handling skill or experience in city traffic to take to the road and instantly go pretty fast...less time to react, and the inability to see problems developing in advance will inevitably lead to an increase in injuries.
As a frequent pedestrian, I also see a problem with e-bikes on trails and sidewalks. The gas-powered bicycles are already pretty hazardous, but at least they're loud enough to give walkers a heads up before mowing them down. I think owners should throw a little respect and restraint or they might end up being regulated off the trails and sidewalks.