FL H0971

Electric bicycles are defined as bicycles or tricycles with fully operable pedals and an electric motor under 750 watts, classified into three types: Class 1 (pedal-assist up to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle-assist up to 20 mph), and Class 3 (pedal-assist up to 28 mph)

Electric bicycles and their operators receive the same rights, privileges, and duties as regular bicycles, and are explicitly excluded from motor vehicle regulations including licensing, registration, title certificates, and insurance requirements

Beginning January 1, 2021, manufacturers and distributors must permanently affix labels to electric bicycles showing classification number, top assisted speed, and motor wattage

Local governments and agencies retain authority to regulate or restrict electric bicycle operation on streets, sidewalks, bicycle paths, multiuse paths, and trail networks within their jurisdiction

Drivers overtaking electric bicycles must pass at a safe distance of not less than 3 feet, and tampering with an electric bicycle to change motor speed capability is prohibited unless the classification label is replaced