Definition of Bicycle
Question James asked: What are current bicycle state statutes exempting electric bicycles from licensing in the state of Florida?
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.
Question James asked: What are current bicycle state statutes exempting electric bicycles from licensing in the state of Florida?
Question Keith asked: Ok so I’ve done some reading on here and what I got from all of it is that if I have a gas powered motor on a bike I can’t ride on the sidewalk, not only that …
Question Loan asked: I installed 600 strip led in my electric bike. Is it legal or not in Florida?
Question Jim asked: Please look at the www.OrganicTransit.com website. They have a new enclosed bike that I’m extremely interested in buying for shipment to my permanent home in Zephyrhills. I’m 62 and think it’s time to switch to a three-wheeler …
Question Tom asked: I got a ticket in South Dayton Beach, Florida for unregistered motor vehicle and for riding in the bike lane. I would like to know why I got the tickets and how do I not get them …
Question William asked: Is there a bicycle with a helper motor…electric or gas that doesn’t require a driver’s license in the state of Florida?
Question Carlos asked: I have an electrical scooter, with pedals. It is a 500 watts motor, max. speed 25mph. Do I need a driver’s locense to operate it?
GM commented: For a long time, there has been no conclusive answer to the question of the legality of bicycles equipped with gas assist motors. There are many such vehicles in use and many manufacturers of kits to so equip …
Question R Eldridge asked: Reading all this has left me really confused. Is it ok to ride a motorized bicycle in Florida or no?
Question David asked: It’s illegal to drive a gas-powered bicycle on public roads but do I need a valid fl dl to do so?