As warmer weather arrives, the East Lansdowne Police Department would like to remind residents about Pennsylvania laws regarding E-Bikes and Electric Scooters.

✅ LEGAL E-BIKES IN PENNSYLVANIA

Pennsylvania law allows certain E-Bikes, officially called “Pedalcycles with Electric Assist,” when they meet specific requirements:

• Must have operable pedals
• Rider must be at least 16 years old
• Maximum motor-assisted speed: 20 MPH
• No license, registration, or insurance required
• May ride in bicycle lanes
• Lights required at night
• DUI laws still apply

🚫 ELECTRIC SCOOTERS ARE NOT LEGAL ON PUBLIC ROADS

PennDOT states that Electric Scooters:

• Are devices with handlebars, a standing floorboard, two in-line wheels and an electric motor, with or without a seat
• Cannot be legally operated on public roadways in Pennsylvania
• May only be used on private property

This includes many:
• Stand-up e-scooters
• “Blade scooters” with electric motors
• Scooter-style devices without pedals

Residents should carefully understand the difference before operating these devices in public areas.

Parents are encouraged to discuss this law, safe riding habits, helmet use, and traffic safety with their children.

Please see attached info graphics for help in understanding the difference between these devices.

For additional information, please see the PennDOT Micromobility Fact Sheet here: https://www.pa.gov/content/dam/copapwp-pagov/en/penndot/documents/travelinpa/active-transportation/documents/pa-micromobility-fact-sheet.pdf

— East Lansdowne Police Department

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