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E-bike Laws and Regulations in Chalfant, Pennsylvania

Rules to know

State, county, and city rules that apply in this area.

Pennsylvania

Pedalcycle with electric assist definition and age

Pennsylvania does not use the three-class system. A pedalcycle with electric assist is limited to 750 watts and 20 mph under motor power, and to 100 pounds. Bicycle rules generally apply; riders under 16 may not operate one, and the under-12 pedalcycle helmet rule applies. Local path and sidewalk rules may also apply.

Code
75 Pa.C.S. §§ 102, 3510, 3514 Pennsylvania Vehicle Code
Applies to
statewide
Allegheny County

E-bike rules on County trails and park roads

On County trails where bicycles are allowed, e-bikes must weigh no more than 100 pounds, have a motor of 750 watts or less, require pedaling to propel, and stop motor assistance at 20 mph. Only pedal-assist operation is allowed on nonmotorized trails. E-bikes are generally permitted on park roads unless posted otherwise. The ordinance received final action March 10, 2026.

Code
Allegheny County Code §§ 650-1–650-3; Ord. 13862-26 Allegheny County e-bike trail ordinance
Applies to
countywide
Effective
Tue Mar 10 2026 00:00:00 GMT-0700 (Pacific Daylight Time)

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URLIFE E26 E-Bike 26x2 Inch Tires 48V 10.4Ah Removable Battery LCD Display 7-Speed Hydraulic Disc Brake Adult City Electric Bicycle

URLIFE E26 E-Bike 26x2 Inch Tires 48V 10.4Ah Removable Battery LCD Display 7-Speed Hydraulic Disc Brake Adult City Electric Bicycle

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36V/48V 250-350W 14A Ebike 2 Mode Sine wave Brushless Motor Controller Electric Vehicle Waterproof Controller

36V/48V 250-350W 14A Ebike 2 Mode Sine wave Brushless Motor Controller Electric Vehicle Waterproof Controller

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SUPER73 Electric motorcycles 500W motor 48V20AH lithium battery 50km/h electric bike 20 inch tire off road mountain E-bike

SUPER73 Electric motorcycles 500W motor 48V20AH lithium battery 50km/h electric bike 20 inch tire off road mountain E-bike

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