ADA Vehicle on the Sidewalk
Question Richard asked: Can I operate an ADA mobility scooter on sidewalk in FL/North Port?
Category: Motorized Bicycles
Definition:
316.003(2) Bicycle – Every vehicle propelled solely by human power, and every motorized bicycle propelled by a combination of human power and an electric helper motor capable of propelling the vehicle at a speed of not more than 20 miles per hour on level ground upon which a person may ride, having two tandem wheels, and including any device generally recognized as a bicycle though equipped with two front or two rear wheels. The term does not include such a vehicle with a seat height of no more than 25 inches from the ground when the seat is adjusted to its highest position or a scooter or similar device.
- Bicycles equipped with a small electric helper motor may be defined as a bicycle and not require registration or a driver’s license.
- Bicycles equipped with gas helper motors are not legal vehicles and cannot be registered or driven on highways in Florida.
- This section also includes information about mopeds and motorcycles since some of the information overlaps with bicycle information.
Motor Scooter Registration
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Gas Motor Bike Trailer
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Gas Bikes on the Right of Way
Question David asked: In Florida, If I cannot ride an gas powered bike on the road or side walk could I ride it on the side of the road or inside the white line?
Motorized Bicycles: Transport and Compensation?
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Gas Bike on the Right of Way
Question Reynaldo asked: Do I need a driver’s license to ride beach cruiser bike motor 80cc on the side of the road?
Electric Bikes on Sidewalks
Question Jim asked: I am starting an electric bike rental business at our beach and there seems to be controversy concerning the definition of motorized vehicle and its use on a bike and walking path. Why is this such a …
eBike Over 20 MPH
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Electric Scooters
Question Randy asked: I have a Huffy Buzz battery powered scooter. It has a top speed of 11mph. I was stopped by an Orange County sheriff today and he said the only place I can drive it is my driveway. …
More Gas Bikes
Question Donald asked: I have a beach cruiser two wheel regular bike. I want to buy a gas 4 stroke motor kit for it so I may ride it with the gas motor assist. I am getting too tired to …