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E-bike Laws and Regulations in Plum, 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
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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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Bikes to compare

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URLIFE 750W E20 Electric Bike | 48V 13Ah Removable Battery, 20MPH, 20''X3" Fat Tire, 7-Speed E-Bike with Dual Disc Brake

URLIFE 750W E20 Electric Bike | 48V 13Ah Removable Battery, 20MPH, 20''X3" Fat Tire, 7-Speed E-Bike with Dual Disc Brake

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electric bicycle 3000W motor 48V 23AH battery 60km/h e bike shock absorber hydraulic brake mountain off-road electric motorcycle

electric bicycle 3000W motor 48V 23AH battery 60km/h e bike shock absorber hydraulic brake mountain off-road electric motorcycle

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V8 Electric Bike for Adults/Teens, 16"/20" Fat Tire E Dirt Bike with 36V/48V | 10.4/15/30AH Removable Battery, 35-60 Miles

V8 Electric Bike for Adults/Teens, 16"/20" Fat Tire E Dirt Bike with 36V/48V | 10.4/15/30AH Removable Battery, 35-60 Miles

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Electric Bike S600 Dual Motor 2000W 48V35AH Dual Battery 26 Inch Wide Tire Mountain E-Bike All Terrain Off-Road Electric Bicycle

Electric Bike S600 Dual Motor 2000W 48V35AH Dual Battery 26 Inch Wide Tire Mountain E-Bike All Terrain Off-Road Electric Bicycle

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