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E-bike Laws and Regulations in Franklin Park, 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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Hopepeak D10 Electric Bike, 16" Fat Tires Electric Mountain Bike, 1500W Peak Motor 48V 13Ah, 25 MPH 60Mi Range Off-Road Ebike with Full Suspension

Hopepeak D10 Electric Bike, 16" Fat Tires Electric Mountain Bike, 1500W Peak Motor 48V 13Ah, 25 MPH 60Mi Range Off-Road Ebike with Full Suspension

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E-bike Peak 1500W 48V15.6AH Lithium Battery Off-Road Electric Bike Hydraulic Brake 20*4 inch Fat Tire Mountain Electric Bicycle

E-bike Peak 1500W 48V15.6AH Lithium Battery Off-Road Electric Bike Hydraulic Brake 20*4 inch Fat Tire Mountain Electric Bicycle

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A02 Electric Folding Bike With 250W Motor 14inch Wheels 36V 6.4Ah Battery Kids Ebike

A02 Electric Folding Bike With 250W Motor 14inch Wheels 36V 6.4Ah Battery Kids Ebike

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Throttle Grip E-bike Handlebar with Lock Ebike 36V 48V  Electric Bicycle Scooter Accelerator Power Indicator Key LED Display

Throttle Grip E-bike Handlebar with Lock Ebike 36V 48V Electric Bicycle Scooter Accelerator Power Indicator Key LED Display

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