Cyclists are continuing to flout the ban on bikes and other vehicles from Oxford Street on the second day of it being pedestrianised.

A one-kilometre stretch has been closed off to all traffic, including buses, cars, taxis, and bicycles since Monday in a bid to revitalise and refresh the district.

But while buses and cars have been forced to divert via side streets and roads in Marylebone and Fitzrovia, scores of cyclists have once again been caught on camera, weaving between newly installed gates and barriers.

From as early as 8am on Tuesday morning, TfL marshalls and private security staff patrolled the street, attempting to halt cyclists and guide them off their bikes.

Cyclists are allowed to walk their bikes through the area, but are forbidden from riding them.

The Standard between 8am and 9am on Tuesday witnessed cyclists flouting the rules at a rate of almost one a minute.

Some 51 cyclists were spotted riding through the district.

Some of these cyclists may have simply been unaware about the new rules, but many purposefully got back on their bikes after being advised by TfL staff that the area was traffic-free.

Other cyclists dodged “street security officers” while sailing through the clearly signposted barriers.

We saw no one being fined.

One female cyclist was seen dismounting, before ducking between officers, and getting back on her bike and riding straight through the barriers.

According to the transport authority, a Penalty Charge Notice carries a £160 fine, reduced to £80 if paid within 14 days.

Yet, on Tuesday morning, no fines appeared to be issued to those who broke the rules, raising questions about the effectiveness of the ban.

It is understood that at this stage, officers are issuing “advice and guidance” to riders, rather than handing out fines. TfL has been contacted for comment.

Lime and Forest bikes were among the cycles spotted in the district, despite assurances from the bike operators that their bikes would slow down or stop working in the restricted areas.

Deliveroo drivers were also seen breaking the new rules, while e-bike riders found no challenge in speeding past marshalls.

TfL is understood to have upped its security presence in the district while Londoners adjust to the new measures.

Cyclists have frequently been a subject of angst for Londoners, with many regularly riding through red lights or getting into crashes with pedestrians.

A TfL spokesperson said on Monday: “No cycles, e-scooters or pedicabs are allowed on Oxford Street between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street and riders are obliged to follow the rules of the road.

“We are working with dockless hire companies and delivery companies to ensure this is made clear and will continue to monitor and review as required.

“Safety barriers and signage have been installed to help dissuade customers from riding along the street and we will be increasing signage throughout this week, as well as having a heightened TfL enforcement officer presence along NWEC security support during the initial weeks.

“Furthermore, we have asked hire companies to enforce strict geo-fencing for dockless e-bikes that enter the traffic-free zone.

“This will automatically cut or reduce power for dockless e-bikes should they attempt to enter the traffic free area and mean that e-assist will not work and people will need to walk their e-bikes and scooters through.

“We will continue to monitor this closely and take any further action as necessary.”

A spokesperson for Forest said: “All cyclists, whether riding a shared or privately owned bike, are prohibited from cycling along the newly pedestrianised Oxford Street.

“Forest has introduced a geofenced zone in the area, which automatically cuts the electric motor assistant if a rider enters and prevents them from ending their ride within the zone.

“The new restrictions are clearly displayed in the Forest app, and we have contacted users directly to explain these changes.”

Christina Moe Gjerde, VP Northern Europe at Voi, said: “Anything that gets people out of cars and encourages active, sustainable travel is a win. With Oxford Street now pedestrianised, the focus should be on making it work as part of a joined up transport network, where walking, public transport, cycling and shared micromobility complement one another.

“London is now a cycling city, so safe alternative cycling routes are essential to keep people moving across the capital while protecting pedestrianised spaces.

“Voi riders should respect the walking only restrictions and use designated routes around Oxford Street.”

Lord Khan of Tooting first proposed the pedestrianisation of Oxford Street in 2016 as part of his mayoral manifesto.

The plan was later abandoned in 2017 when Westminster City Council withdrew its support, but revived in 2024 alongside a wider transformation of Oxford Street.

This week’s closure marks the beginning of a phased transformation that will see additional seating, planting, and new public spaces when complete in spring 2027.