EN 15194 & EN 17128: A Practical Certification Guide for Importers
The two standards that decide whether your e-bikes can be sold and registered in Europe — scope, testing, documents and lead times.
Every e-bike entering the European market must satisfy EN 15194 (EPACs) or EN 17128 (personal light electric vehicles). This guide explains the scope of each standard, the test report trail you should demand and the timeline to plan for.
Key Features
EN 15194 scope: pedal-assist to 25 km/h, 250W rated power, EMC and safety
EN 17128: the framework for throttle and non-EPAC light electric vehicles
What a compliant technical file contains: test reports, drawings, risk assessment
Battery conformity: UN38.3 transport testing plus EN 50604 / IEC 62133 where relevant
Typical certification timeline: 6–8 weeks with a prepared factory, plan for it early
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