Power-Assisted Bicycle (PAB)

To use your Power-Assisted Bicycle (PAB) in Singapore, you must ensure that it is type-approved, sealed and registered with a registration number plate.

At a glance

Understanding Power-Assisted Bicycles (PAB)

To keep Power-Assisted Bicycles (PABs) safe for riders and other road users, all PAB models must be approved by LTA.

You can only use a PAB on roads and shared paths, such as park connectors. PABs are not allowed on footpaths. Riders must wear protective gear when riding a PAB.

If you fail to follow the requirements when using your PAB, you may face penalties.

Technical Requirements

You must be at least 16 years old to use a PAB.

For your safety and the safety of other road users, your PAB must meet the following technical requirements:

• The construction of a PAB must be similar to that of a conventional bicycle
• The PAB can only be powered by an electric source
• The PAB must comply with European Standard, EN15194, for electric power-assisted cycles
• The maximum continuous power output of the PAB must not exceed 250 watts
• The motor power of the PAB can only cut in when the rider starts to pedal
• The motor power of the PAB must be progressively reduced and finally cut off as the bicycle reaches 25km/h, or sooner, if the cyclist stops pedalling
• The maximum weight of the PAB must not exceed 20kg
• Click here for the list of approved PAB models

LTA will require all PABs that are sealed and registered from 1 July 2021 to comply with the EN15194:2017 standard. As such, EN15194:2009+A1:2011 compliant PABs cannot be sealed or registered from 1 July 2021.

EN15194:2009+A1:2011 compliant PABs previously sealed and registered before 1 July 2021 are not affected by this new requirement. Such PABs can still be used on roads and cycling paths and can have their registration transferred to new owners.

Registering your PAB

You must be at least 16 years old to register a PAB.

When you are buying a registered PAB from a physical store, online or second-hand, the retailer or seller will need to transfer the registration to your name. Check that the PAB meets the technical requirements before buying it from the retailer or seller.

If you are self-importing an unregistered PAB, you will need to bring it for type-approval, sealing and registration:

Step 1: Getting type-approval and a seal for your PAB

Bring along the following to any LTA-Appointed Inspection Centre (AIC):

• Your PAB (the PAB must meet all technical requirements)
• Completed application form (PAB01)
• Required documents listed under 'Instructions & Notes' in the application form. This includes the complete EN15194:2017 test report issued by a test laboratory that is accredited to perform full EN15194:2017 testing.

Upon approval, your PAB will be affixed with the above seal.
 

Step 2: Registering your PAB

Before you can use your PAB on public roads or shared paths, you will need to first register it. Registration of PABs is also done at the AIC, and it can be done at the same time you get your PAB type-approved and sealed.

Only PABs with a valid orange seal can be registered. 

If your PAB has already been inspected at an AIC before August 2017 and had an orange seal affixed, please write in to www.lta.gov.sg/feedback concerning your registration. PABs with blue seals are no longer allowed to be registered from 1 February 2018 onwards.

Step 3: Affixing a registration plate on your PAB

After you register your PAB, you must affix on it a plate bearing the registration number assigned by LTA within 3 calendar days.

You can get your registration number plate made at a vehicle or signcraft workshop. If you need help affixing your registration number plate, check directly with your retailer.

Your registration number plate should have the following specifications: 

The PAB number plate must be permanently affixed at a conspicuous location at the rear of the PAB, with characters facing the rear. Depending on the PAB’s design, the number plate can be affixed on:

• The PAB’s original number plate mounting provision
• The rear rack/mudguard
• Customised plate mounting brackets

The number plate must be affixed such that it will not pose a hazard to the rider and other users of the road or shared path.

Modifying your PAB

In the interest of safety, LTA prohibits modification and add-ons to PABs that would render the original testing and compliance to the EN15194 standard null and void. PAB users, including food delivery riders, are therefore urged to maintain their PAB in its stock condition as originally designed, tested, sealed and registered. A list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PAB modifications is as follows.

Transferring ownership of your PAB

If you are transferring your PAB ownership, you must initiate the transfer process online within 7 calendar days of physically transferring the PAB to the next owner. The next owner has 5 calendar days to confirm the transfer or it will lapse and you will remain the registered owner.

Once the next owner confirms the transfer, he/she will have to pay the transfer fee of $11 (non-refundable).

Before you can start the transfer of your PAB, ensure that:

• The next owner is at least 16 years old
• Your PAB is registered with a valid seal. If your PAB does not have a seal, please get your PAB type-approved and registered

Steps to transfer ownership of your PAB

Deregistering your PAB

If you no longer wish to use your registered PAB, you may deregister it. There is no fee for deregistering a PAB.

Once you have deregistered your PAB, please ensure it is not kept or used on any roads, cycling paths or shared paths.

Deregister your PAB