Core Viewpoint - The new national standard for electric bicycles (GB17761—2024) aims to enhance safety and control illegal modifications, set to be implemented on September 1, 2024, amid ongoing issues with unauthorized modifications in the industry [1][21]. Group 1: New National Standard - The new standard includes stricter requirements for battery packs, controllers, and speed limiters to prevent tampering [1]. - The standard is expected to address the ongoing problem of illegal modifications, which have been prevalent despite regulatory challenges [1][21]. Group 2: Illegal Modification Industry - There are reports of numerous illegal modification shops in Nanning, where electric bicycles can be altered to reach speeds of up to 80 km/h and extended ranges of 200 km [1][11]. - Merchants are actively promoting modification kits and services on social media platforms, showcasing how to increase speed and performance [2][5]. - Some shops offer complete modification services, including high-power batteries and controllers that exceed the new standard's limits [6][18]. Group 3: Market Dynamics - The modification market is characterized by a competitive environment where businesses cater to consumer demand for higher speeds and performance, often leading to unsafe practices [18][21]. - Merchants claim that modified electric bicycles can perform similarly to electric motorcycles, creating a loophole in regulatory compliance [18][21]. - The proliferation of modification services has led to a situation where even legitimate electric bicycle retailers are engaging in or facilitating illegal modifications to meet consumer expectations [18][21].