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Spot the Difference: E-Bikes <br />E-Bikes <br />Class 1 <br />7 -1" <br />0*- <br />• Pedal -assist only <br />• 20 MPH max speed <br />• Allowed on <br />bicycle/pedestrian paths <br />Here in Louisville, we love our bikes! Lately, many folks have opted for <br />electric bikes, aka "e-bikes." When purchasing a new e-bike, it's important <br />to know that there different types of e-bikes, and different rules for each! <br />Not E-Bikes <br />Class 2 <br />`7444 <br />• Pedal -assist & throttle <br />• 20 MPH max speed <br />• Allowed on <br />bicycle/pedestrian paths <br />Any electric bicycle/scooter over 750 watts is NOT a <br />classified e-bike, and is NOT allowed on sidewalks. <br />Electric Scooters <br />(over 750 watts) <br />• Driver's License & State of <br />CO Low Power Scooter <br />Registration Require <br />• Allowed on <br />bicycle/pedestrian paths <br />Did you know? <br />Class 3 <br />• Pedal -assist only <br />• 28 MPH max speed <br />• Speedometer required <br />• Not allowed on City <br />trails, paths, or parks <br />• Age 16+ to operate <br />• Under 18 years of age <br />must wear a helmet <br />Motorcycle <br />(over 4500 watts) <br />• Over 4500 watts <br />• Driver's license, <br />motorcycle <br />endorsement, & <br />motor vehicle <br />registration required <br />It's illegal to ride your bicycle or electric bicycle on any sidewalk <br />within a business district. This includes downtown Louisville!* <br />IC Cityof <br />Om Louisville <br />COLORADO • SINCE 1878 <br />'See Section 10.12.090. of Louisville Municipal Code. <br />Learn more about E-Bikes in <br />Louisville at LouisvilleCO.gov/ebikes <br />Page 6 • Fall 2024 <br />