Source: Pleasant Hill PD
By Pleasant Hill Police Department
E-Bikes can achieve speeds of 20 mph – 28 mph, depending on their classification. Riders of any age can legally ride a Class 1 and Class 2 e-bike in Contra Costa County, but all riders under the age of 18 are required to wear a helmet. Class 3 e-bike riders are required by law to be at least 16-years of age, and helmets are required for ALL Class 3 riders, regardless of age.
E-Motorcycles are, in essence, the same as a standard motorcycle in terms of speed, regulations and the law surrounding their usage. E-motorcycle riders are required by law to have a drivers license with a motorcycle endorsement, as well as motorist insurance. In addition, e-motorcycles must be registered with the CA DMV and have a license plate affixed. Given this, it is illegal for anyone under the age of 16 to ride on an e-motorcycle, and those over 16 years old will need to be in possession of the correct license, insurance and registration requirements.
For both e-bicycles and e-motorcycles, riders must educate themselves on the rules of the road, including but not limited to adhering to the speed limit, obeying street signage (including stop lights), yielding to pedestrians, and refraining from using these devices in areas where prohibited. Failure to adhere to the rules and laws surrounding the use of e-bikes and e-motorcycles may result in citation, arrest and /or the confiscation of the device.
Know the differences. Know the law. Ride responsibly.
Nearly worthless article, since Class 1,2 and 3 Ebikes are not defined. As usual, lazy journalism. Not journalism at all.
It’s a press release by the Pleasant Hill Police Department. Please see the byline.
As usual, lazy journalism. Not journalism at all. Can you explain the difference between the ebike classes?
It’s a press release by the Pleasant Hill Police Department. Please see the byline.