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Rockford’s Parks and Recreation revolves around play, adventure, entertainment, and gatherings. Our fantastic park system provides the opportunity to relax and enjoy the beauty of Rockford, regardless of age or ability. Our outdoor environments allow everyone to learn, grow, and experience Rockford’s great outdoors as a community. 

E-Bikes, E-Scooters and More

Electric and Motorized Vehicles

As electric bikes, motorized foot scooters, and other motorized bikes become more popular, more riders are using city trails, sidewalks, and streets. In many areas, however, these vehicles are being used illegally and unsafely. Please review the information below, which reflects state law.

Electric Assisted Bicycle (Minnesota Statute 169.222)

  • Must be 15 years old to operate.
  • Protective headgear (i.e. helmet) is required for any person under 18 years of age.
  • Has a saddle and fully operable pedals for human propulsion.
  • Has an electric motor with power output of less than 750 watts.
  • Passengers are prohibited unless designed and equipped to carry.
  • Must be equipped with white light to front and red light to rear when riding at night.
  • Operates less than 28 mph.
  • Must follow all bicycle operation laws under Minnesota Statute 169.222.

Motorized Bicycles (Minnesota Statute 169.223)

  • Must have a valid driver’s license or a motorized bicycle permit to operate.
  • Has an electric or liquid fuel motor with power output of less than 1500 watts (2HP).
  • Operates less than 30 mph.
  • Helmet required for riders under 18 years old.
  • Must be equipped with a headlight and taillight meeting the requirements of lighting for motorcycles when operated during nighttime hours.
  • No person shall operate a motorized bicycle upon a sidewalk at any time, except when such operation is necessary for the most direct access to a roadway from a driveway, alley or building.
  • No person shall operate a motorized bicycle upon a trail.  
  • A person operating a motorized bicycle on a roadway shall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway.

Motorized Foot Scooter (Minnesota Statute 169.225)

  • Must be at least 12 years old to operate.
  • Helmet required for riders under 18 years old.
  • Passengers are prohibited.
  • Maximum speed is 15 mph.
  • Must be equipped with a headlight and taillight if operated under conditions when vehicle lights are required by law. 
  • No person may operate a motorized foot scooter upon a sidewalk, except when necessary to enter or leave adjacent property.
  • A person operating a motorized foot scooter on a roadway shall ride as close as practicable to the right-hand curb or edge of the roadway.

Resources

Bicycle and Pedestrian Laws

Wright County E-Bike Information

 


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