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E-bike Laws and Regulations in University Park, Texas

Rules to know

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

Texas

Electric bicycle classes, age, and access

Texas defines three e-bike classes up to 750 watts. Bicycle rules generally apply; an e-bike may not be prohibited where a non-electric bicycle is allowed, except on natural-surface nonmotorized trails. State/local authorities may restrict sidewalk use and set path speeds. Class 3 operators must be at least 15. No statewide e-bike helmet rule was verified.

Code: Tex. Transp. Code chs. 551, 664 Texas Transportation Code
Applies to: statewide

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University Park

E-bike operator license, police permit, helmet, and labeling rules

The City requires an operator driver license, a University Park police permit, a helmet for riders under 21, and a permanent class, speed, and wattage label. The City reports that the November 2024 ordinance took effect January 1, 2025.

Code: University Park e-bike ordinance (November 2024) University Park e-bike permit ordinance
Applies to: city
Effective: Wed Jan 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Bikes to compare

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Cybervelo EK12 1500W Peak Step-Thru Electric Bike for Adults 20" Fat Tire 7-Speed Ebike Up to 80 Miles 48V 20Ah Removable Battery

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30Max Adult Electric Bicycle | 749W Motor, 20" Fat Tire, Top Speed 20MPH, 120 Miles Range, 15.6*AH Detachable Dual Battery, 7-Sp

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GT16 E-bike 1500W Motor 48V25AH Battery Shock-Absorbing Off-Road Electric Bike All-Terrain 16 Inch Tire Mountain Electric Bicycl

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URLIFE Electric Bike for Adult, 20" Fat Tire Electric Bike, 80 Miles Long Range Ebike, 48V 13AH Battery, 7-Speed, Front Suspension All-Terrain E-Bike, UL 2849 Certified

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