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Electric bikes are now legal on Pennsylvania roadways, including in Philadelphia. However, there is still a need for a clear definition and distinction between which e-bikes are allowed and where they can be ridden. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia strongly agrees that e-bikes have the right to use the road and should be subjected to consistent and fair treatment under the law.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Electric bikes legal in Philadelphia | Yes |
| E-bikes considered bicycles under Pennsylvania's vehicle code | Yes |
| E-bikes allowed on the road | Yes |
| E-bikes allowed on trails | Yes |
| E-bikes allowed on paved shared use paths | Yes |
| E-bikes allowed on Pennsylvania roadways | Yes |
| Age, license, helmet and registration requirements | Only for motorized bicycles |
What You'll Learn
E-bikes are considered bicycles under Pennsylvania's vehicle code
Electric bikes are considered bicycles under Pennsylvania's vehicle code. This means that they have the right to use the road and should be treated consistently and fairly under the law. However, there needs to be a clear definition and distinction between which e-bikes are allowed and where they can be ridden. For example, e-bikes are not permitted on trails unless maps are published to show where they are allowed.
In Pennsylvania, the only criteria for a vehicle to be considered an e-bike is that it is a "pedalcycle with electric assist". This does not apply to electric scooters. Motorized bicycles have age, license, helmet and registration requirements, but e-bikes do not.
E-bikes were made legal on Pennsylvania roadways as part of Act 154. This was the result of a last-minute amendment introduced by Representative Kevin Schreiber with identical language to HB 213 by Seth Grove, which was also identical to SB 997 introduced by Mike Fleck.
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E-bikes have the right to use the road
Electric bikes, or 'pedalcycles with electric assist', are considered bicycles under Title 75 of Pennsylvania's vehicle code. This means that e-bikes have the right to use the road in Philadelphia. However, there needs to be a clear definition and distinction between which e-bikes are allowed and where they can be ridden. For example, e-bikes are not permitted on electric scooters.
The Bicycle Coalition strongly agrees that e-bikes have the right to use the road and should be subjected to consistent and fair treatment under the law. They suggest that maps should be displayed at trailheads to show where e-bikes are allowed. They also suggest that e-bikes should be permitted on paved shared-use paths with a posted speed limit of 15 mph.
According to the Bicycle Access Council of PA, Electric-Assist bicycles are now legal on Pennsylvania roadways as part of Act 154. This means that e-bikes can be used on roads in Philadelphia, which is part of Pennsylvania.
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E-bikes are allowed on some trails
Electric bikes, or 'pedalcycles with electric assist', are considered bicycles under Title 75 of Pennsylvania's vehicle code. This means that e-bikes are allowed on some trails in Philadelphia. However, there needs to be a clear definition and distinction between which e-bikes are allowed and where they can be ridden.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia strongly agrees that e-bikes have the right to use the road and should be subjected to consistent and fair treatment under the law. They suggest publishing maps to show where e-bikes are allowed on trails and displaying regulations at trailheads.
The Bicycle Access Council of PA has also confirmed that electric-assist bicycles are now legal on Pennsylvania roadways as part of Act 154. This means that e-bikes can be ridden on paved shared-use paths with a posted speed limit, although the Bicycle Coalition suggests this should be 15 mph.
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E-bikes are allowed on some shared-use paths
Electric bikes are allowed on some shared-use paths in Philadelphia. The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia strongly agrees that e-bikes have the right to use the road and should be treated consistently and fairly under the law.
E-bikes are considered bicycles under Title 75 of Pennsylvania's vehicle code. This means that they have the right to be on the road, but there needs to be a clear definition and distinction between which e-bikes are allowed and where they can be ridden.
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia suggests publishing maps that show where e-bikes are permitted on trails. They also recommend displaying regulations at trailheads to indicate where e-bikes are allowed.
The Bicycle Access Council of PA has confirmed that electric-assist bicycles are now legal on Pennsylvania roadways as part of Act 154.
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E-bikes are subject to age, license, helmet and registration requirements
The Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia strongly agrees that e-bikes should be subjected to consistent and fair treatment under the law and have the right to use the road. They suggest displaying maps and/or regulations at trailheads to show where e-bikes are allowed.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, electric bikes are legal in Philadelphia.
Yes, electric bikes have the right to use the road in Philadelphia.
The only criterion is that the electric bike is considered a "pedalcycle with electric assist".
Yes, there are some restrictions on where electric bikes can be ridden in Philadelphia. For example, they are not allowed on certain trails and shared use paths.
Yes, there are age, license, helmet, and registration requirements for riding an electric bike in Philadelphia. However, these requirements may only apply to motorized bicycles and not all types of electric bikes.
