Can the New National Standard Remove Speed Limits?
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New national standard can remove speed limits. Here is an introduction about removing speed limits under the new national standard: Replacing the new controller: Users should note that although replacing the new controller can remove speed limits, this behavior is not allowed. From a safety perspective, although the speed of the modified vehicle increases, the safety performance cannot be guaranteed. Moreover, in case of an accident, such modified vehicles will bear the main responsibility. Unplugging the speed limit line: To remove the speed limit, general users can find the speed limit line on the controller and unplug it to remove the speed limit. Generally, after removing the speed limit, the speed can reach 30-35km/h.
I was curious about this before and specifically looked up the new national standards. The national standard for electric bicycles requires that the maximum speed cannot exceed 25 kilometers per hour, and there must be anti-tampering designs. Manufacturers have implemented hardware limitations at the factory, with speed caps set in the controller. Some people think they can remove the limit by cutting a wire or flashing a program, but it's actually impossible. First, this behavior itself is illegal, and traffic police will treat it as illegal modification if caught; second, after removing the limit, the bike is prone to malfunctions, and the braking system can't keep up with the speed, which is particularly dangerous; moreover, once the limit is removed, it no longer counts as a non-motor vehicle and requires a driver's license and registration, which is a huge hassle. In my opinion, it's better to ride as is—safety first.
