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Electric Four Wheel Vehicle

By Geo Posted on March 6, 2021 Posted in Ask Geo, Motorized Bicycles, Program Updates 1 Comment

Question John asked:  Due to my large size of 350 lbs and physical disability affecting my balance and strength that rules out safely riding a bicycle (neuropathy in my lower legs), I have been considering a quad recumbent with 4 …

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Laws Applicable to Bicycles

By Geo Posted on January 9, 2021 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Program Updates 1 Comment

Question Mike asked:  Given the law defines a bicycle as a road vehicle and its operator as a driver, do the same equipment standards (per FL DMV Handbook or perhaps, FL statue) apply to bicycles. It seems to me it …

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Electric Moped

By Geo Posted on July 27, 2020 Posted in Ask Geo, Motorized Bicycles, Program Updates No Comments

Question Natalia asked:  Is it allowed to drive/ride an electric moped without a driver’s license? I know you need one for gas powered ones but for electric ones you need a license or registration? Answer A moped can be either gas …

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Video Evidence

By Geo Posted on April 25, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Misc, Program Updates 2 Comments

Question Kenneth asked: I’m a daily 25-mile bicycle commuter. I try hard to lead by example, wearing full safety equipment and lighting, following all traffic rules (including full-stops at stop-signs) and generally be a courteous road sharer. Despite this, I …

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Motorized Scooter

By Geo Posted on February 20, 2019 Posted in Ask Geo, Motorized Bicycles, Program Updates No Comments

Question Elizabeth asked:  48 volt/700 watt e-scoot?  Does a person need a license or license plate for this type of machine? The dealer clams neither is required, no pedals, 20MPH on flat surface. Thank you for any help. This is …

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Gas Generator for Electric Motor

By Geo Posted on June 21, 2017 Posted in Ask Geo, Bicycle Equipment, Motorized Bicycles, Program Updates 7 Comments

Question Troy asked: Do the same electric bicycle laws in Florida still apply if I use a gasoline motor as a generator to power the electric assist motor instead of a battery?

Is a Xich lo a bicycle?

By Geo Posted on March 28, 2017 Posted in Ask Geo, Definitions, Program Updates, Rights & Duties No Comments

Question Daniel asked: I have an actual Vietnamese xich lo. If unfamiliar with a xich lo, it is basically a bicycle frame that has a place for passengers to ride attached to its front. Its probably easier just to Google …

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Registration Required?

By Geo Posted on March 9, 2017 Posted in Ask Geo, Driver License, Program Updates No Comments

Question Elena asked: I have a bicycle operated cafe that will be operating business in south Florida. Does the bicycle need to be registered as a vehicle? It has a small electric motor to assist on going up hills, etc. …

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Missing Posts

By Geo Posted on October 31, 2013 Posted in Program Updates No Comments

My apologies, but we have been experiencing some difficulties with the web site.  This is not limited to the Ask Geo site, but also other FBA sites.  We are trying to determine the cause and insure it is corrected and …

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Welcome to Florida Bicycle Law

By Keri Posted on June 18, 2009 Posted in Program Updates No Comments

The purpose of this blog is to keep cyclists and our law enforcement partners informed about Florida bicycle law. We will also use this site to provide updates on the The Florida Bicycle Law Enforcement Toolkit, which is currently being …

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