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 Sherry asked: Where can I find out the Florida Laws regarding gasoline motor bicycles. I own a bike shop and have numerous customers ordering 80cc, 125cc and 150cc engines from China and attaching them to bikes. Where can/can’t these …
Question David asked: Can I operate an electric scooter without a license?
Question Kleber asked: Do I need a driver’s license and what are the rules for an electric bicycle?
Question Rexene asked: I am looking at purchasing a Roketa 350 watt electric bike type 44. It states bike but looks more like a scooter. Would this be considered a motorized bicycle, which would not require a Florida driver’s license?
Question David asked: It’s me again an electric front hub gas assist bicycle what’s up with it and by the way i do have valid DL. An ebike is not as powerful as gas and it will just not pull …
Question Marc asked: I was recently stopped by Volusia sheriff and told that a motorized bike is a motor vehicle as of 2014 and I could be arrested for driving on a suspended license? Every thing I read states maybe, …
Question Michelle asked: I received a warning citation (that I had to sign) when I drove my electric scooter on the sidewalk. The officer told me that I was not permitted to be on the sidewalk. Only bicycles. Is that …
Question Frans asked: I just up graded my bike with a PAS only electric bike conversion kit. (No throttle) In Europe the rules are very well defined which e-bike is allowed on bicycle lanes, which ones are not etc (Yes …
Question Henry asked: Is it legal for a 12 YR old, or any child less than 16yrs old, on a electric cycle that goes no more than 17mph to ride on a sidewalk in Florida. I believe statutes state, 16 …
Question Herb asked: Since my 25 mph, Honda GX-35 1.3 hp friction drive bike qualifies as a moped, where do I get an inspection and VIN number so that I can pay my taxes, register it, and make it street …