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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
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+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Bikes to compare

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Nathaniel SYR03 E-Bike, 1000W 48V 20Ah Lithium Battery, 27.5" Off-Road Electric Assisted Bicycle, 45Km/h, City Commuter Vehicle

Nathaniel SYR03 E-Bike, 1000W 48V 20Ah Lithium Battery, 27.5" Off-Road Electric Assisted Bicycle, 45Km/h, City Commuter Vehicle

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EB10 E-Bike 4000W Motor Electric Bicycle 52V32AH Battery 24 Inch Tire 55km/h Suspended Soft-Tail Frame mountain Electric Bike

EB10 E-Bike 4000W Motor Electric Bicycle 52V32AH Battery 24 Inch Tire 55km/h Suspended Soft-Tail Frame mountain Electric Bike

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DTTZH F6 Electric Bike for Adults, 1500W Peak Motor, 48V 15Ah Battery, 60-Mile Max Range, UL 2849 Certified, Full Suspension, NFC Unlock, 20" Fat Tires

DTTZH F6 Electric Bike for Adults, 1500W Peak Motor, 48V 15Ah Battery, 60-Mile Max Range, UL 2849 Certified, Full Suspension, NFC Unlock, 20" Fat Tires

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EKX X20 Electric Bike Mountain Moped Ebike 20 Inch Fat Tire 2000W 48V 35AH Men's Road EBike Electric Bicycle For Adults E Bikes

EKX X20 Electric Bike Mountain Moped Ebike 20 Inch Fat Tire 2000W 48V 35AH Men's Road EBike Electric Bicycle For Adults E Bikes

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