{"id":150507,"date":"2026-02-10T18:54:11","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T18:54:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/150507\/"},"modified":"2026-02-10T18:54:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T18:54:11","slug":"what-are-the-rules-for-e-bikes-in-florida-trooper-steve-explains-state-law","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/150507\/","title":{"rendered":"What are the rules for e-bikes in Florida? Trooper Steve explains state law"},"content":{"rendered":"

ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 News 6 traffic safety expert Trooper Steve Montiero <\/a>answers viewer questions and shares tips about the rules of the road, helping Central Florida residents become better drivers by being better educated.<\/p>\n

A viewer named Bob asked Trooper Steve<\/a> on Thursday, \u201cWhat are the e-bike rules? I see some can go up to 25 mph.\u201d<\/p>\n

Florida allows e-bike riders to take their vehicles anywhere that standard bikes are allowed.<\/p>\n

Anyone can ride an e-bike. The helmet law is the same as riding a bicycle. No driver\u2019s license is required.<\/p>\n

Rules for trail-riding, however, depend on the type of trail<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cReal quick, there are three classes of e-bike: Class-1 and 2 do not exceed 20 mph,\u201d Trooper Steve said. \u201cClass-1 works when pedaling and has no throttle-assist. Class-2 has an assist and can move when not pedaling. Class-3 can reach up to 28mph, and they have a pedal assist system that helps the bike move forward, but not throttle-assist.\u201d<\/p>\n

Something to keep in mind, though, is that no electric motor should exceed 750 watts.<\/p>\n

\u201cPlease do your own research for your local community and jurisdiction to ensure no local ordinances have been put in place, too,\u201d Trooper Steve said.<\/p>\n

If you have a question for Trooper Steve, submit it here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For more Ask Trooper Steve content, click or tap here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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