🛴 Safe and Legal Use of Beryl e-Scooters
At Beryl, safety comes first. Whether you’re a rider or a pedestrian, our goal is to make sure everyone feels safe and confident around our bikes, e-bikes and e-Scooters.
⚖️ Know the Law
In the UK, e-Scooters are classified as Personal Light Electric Vehicles and treated as motor vehicles. This means there are rules you must follow when hiring a Beryl e-Scooter. If you break these laws, your insurance becomes invalid and you could face on the spot fines or even prosecution.
🧠 Want a Little Help First?
We offer free scooter training through our Scoot Happy courses.
Click here to learn more and sign up
📝 You Must:
Be 18 or older
Hold a valid UK driving licence or provisional licence
Register via the Beryl app
Ride only on cycle lanes or roads where bikes are allowed
❌ You Must Not:
Use someone else’s licence or Beryl account
Ride on pavements or indoors
Carry passengers
Ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs
Wear headphones or ear pods while riding
🦺 Safety Tips
Always wear a helmet
Choose bright, visible clothing
Practise in low-traffic areas if it’s your first time
Avoid roads with speed limits over 30mph
Ride in designated bike lanes
Stay in your lane and never weave through traffic
Look over your shoulder and check before changing direction
👮♂️ Reporting Misuse
We take misuse seriously and work closely with local authorities. If you witness unsafe or illegal behaviour, you can help by reporting it.
Click here to report misuse
Stay safe, ride smart and enjoy the journey 💚