Dhs200-Dhs500 fine for bicycle, e-bike riders who violate traffic rules in Abu Dhabi

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

All lovers of two-wheelers in Abu Dhabi, check your ‘wayward’ instincts. Those violating rules for bicycles and electric bikes will be penalised.

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi, in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Police, has started enforcing fines for breaches of rules regarding bicycles and electric bikes for individual use in Abu Dhabi.

The centre also stated that bicycle and electric bikes are one of the "first and last mile" services that link bus stations, shopping malls, services and residential areas, and enable community members to reach their destinations quickly without making a dent in their pockets.

Those who step out of line will be slapped with fines. They range between Dhs200 and Dhs500 for failure to adhere to safety directives and standards or violations related to riding bicycles on prohibited roads and areas, according to WAM.

The idea is to keep the residents as safe as possible, to ensure a secure society.