§ 39-10.1-09 — Electric bicycles

North Dakota § 39-10.1-09

• Jurisdiction: North Dakota
• Title 39: Motor Vehicles
• Ch. 39-10.1: Bicycles

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1. Beginning January 1, 2022, any person that manufacturers or distributes an electric
bicycle in this state shall affix a permanent label to the electric bicycle which contains
the following information in at least nine-point Arial font:
a. The designated class of the electric bicycle;
b. The maximum assisted speed of the electric bicycle; and
c. The wattage of the electric bicycle's motor.
2. Any electric bicycle equipment and manufacturing must be in accordance with the
requirements for bicycles provided under 16 CFR part 1512.
3. An electric bicycle must be equipped so the electric motor can be disengaged or cease
to function when the individual operating the electric bicycle stops pedaling or when
the brakes are applied.
4. A person may not tamper with or modify an electric bicycle to change the motor-
powered speed capability or engagement of an electric bicycle, unless the label
indicating the classification required under subsection 1 is replaced after modification.
5. Unless otherwise prohibited by a governmental entity having jurisdiction, an individual
may operate an electric bicycle on any bicycle path or multi-use path.
6. An individual operating a class 3 electric bicycle shall ensure the bicycle is equipped
with a functioning speedometer.
7. An individual under the age of eighteen may not operate a class 3 electric bicycle
unless the individual is wearing a safety helmet.