If you’ve ever felt an e-bike whizz past you at speeds that felt closer to the FDR Drive than a bike lane, take note: New York City is about to hit the brakes. Starting October 24, 2025, a new rule caps e-bikes, e-scooters and pedal-assist commercial bicycles at 15 miles per hour across the five boroughs.

The change was published this week in the City Record and comes after months of debate about how to rein in the city’s fastest growing (and sometimes most controversial) mode of transport. Mayor Eric Adams previewed the move in June, framing it as a way to set “clear, consistent rules” after a surge in complaints about speeding riders in crowded streets.

Until now, legal top speeds depended on the class of bike—typically between 20 and 25 mph. For riders used to flying, that’s going to

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