Archive of questions, answers about Florida bicycle laws and law enforcement
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 Harry B asked: Four years ago I realized that powerful interests were determined to turn non-motorized facilities such as shared-use paths (rail-trails, multi-use paths, etc.) and even sidewalks into public ways where people could ride motorized bicycles at high …
Question Jon asked: Wondering why, according to statute definition, a human pedaled bike with an electric assist motor is still a bike but a bike that is human pedaled with a gas assist motor is no longer a bike but …
Question Bert asked: I am unclear as to the exclusion clause in FL 316.003 I am planning on electrifying my recumbent trike (with a seat about 10 inches off the ground and a speed of less than 20 mph.) “The …
Question Scot asked: I’m confused regarding the 25″ seat height for an electric bike in 316.003. Also, throttle and pedal assist. The Pedego Interceptor electric bicycle specifically . I have a suspended driver license and want to know if this …
Question Dave asked: I want to buy a 4 wheel pedal powered ( bike for 2 ) factory built vehicle which is like two bikes hitched together, for two people. It does not quite fit the definitions that I have …
Question Evan asked: There is a moped that is legally classified as an electric bicycle because it has pedals and runs on electricity. I am a minor and am wondering if I can drive it under the age of 16 …
Question Jeffery asked: I do not have a driver’s license and I wanted to buy a motorized bicycle and ride it to and from work. Can I do this legally?
Question Answer: I own a geo zetta. An electric scooter that has pedals , is under 750 watts , tops out at 19.8 mph. It has headlights blinkers etc. It looks like a regular moped though. My license is suspended. …
Question Angela asked: What type of motorized thing does not require a license?
Question Sherman asked: I ride a 2013 gio zetta. An electric moped. It has pedals. Doesn’t go faster than 19.8mph. Has a 500 watt brushless motor. With all working blinkers. Headlight etc. I got a ticket for driving while license …