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Question: I am interested in getting an e-bike, but I do not know what the laws are. Can you get me some more information?
Answer: Under Minnesota law, a legal electric-assisted bicycle must meet all of the following requirements:
•The motor must not exceed 750 watts of power.
•The maximum assisted speed must not exceed 28 miles per hour.
•The bicycle must have fully functional pedals that can be used to propel the bike.
Any vehicle that does not meet these requirements is not considered an e-bike under Minnesota law. Any modification that increases speed or increased the motor output may be unlawful.
Age restrictions also apply. Even legal e-bikes may not be operated by anyone under the age of 15.
Additional information can be found www.bikemn.org/initiatives/ebike/.
You can avoid a ticket — and a crash — if you simply buckle up, drive at safe speeds, pay attention and always drive sober. Help us drive Minnesota Toward Zero Deaths.
If you have any questions concerning traffic related laws or issues in Minnesota, send your questions to Sgt. Troy Christianson – Minnesota State Patrol at 2900 48th Street NW, Rochester MN 55901-5848. Or reach him at Troy.Christianson@state.mn.us.
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