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E-bike Laws and Regulations in Sewickley Heights, 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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EOEOTWO E02 Electric Bike 48V 20Ah Battery Peak 1500W motor E bike 45km/h 26 inch Tire off road riding Mountain electric Bicycle

EOEOTWO E02 Electric Bike 48V 20Ah Battery Peak 1500W motor E bike 45km/h 26 inch Tire off road riding Mountain electric Bicycle

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Uplee Electric Dirt Bike 4500W Peak&Up to 60 Miles 50MPH 48V 28.6Ah Battery E-Bike 14/12" Fat Tire Electric Motorcycle 3-Speed LED for Teens & Adults

Uplee Electric Dirt Bike 4500W Peak&Up to 60 Miles 50MPH 48V 28.6Ah Battery E-Bike 14/12" Fat Tire Electric Motorcycle 3-Speed LED for Teens & Adults

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Spacewalk M7 Off Road Electric Bike, 20"fat tire Ebike riding equipme..

Spacewalk M7 Off Road Electric Bike, 20"fat tire Ebike riding equipme..

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Bafang UART Mid Drive Motor 750W 500W 250W Electric Bike Conversion Kit BBSHD BBS02B BBS01B Electric Bike Engine With Accessorie

Bafang UART Mid Drive Motor 750W 500W 250W Electric Bike Conversion Kit BBSHD BBS02B BBS01B Electric Bike Engine With Accessorie

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