There are many benefits to be had by using a motorized bicycle as your primary (or secondary) method of transportation. With rising gas prices, environmental concerns and a suffering economy, it's no wonder more and more people are choosing them over other options.
Vermont has fairly strict regulations when it comes to motorized bicycles and mopeds. In most regards, the Vermont DMV groups all motor-driven cycles together with motorcycles, and has a lot of the same laws for each of them.
In Vermont, electric bikes (e-bikes) are categorized into three classes: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3.
E-bikes are allowed on bike trails and paths unless otherwise posted.
In Vermont, helmets are required for riders under the age of 18.
In order for you to be able to register your motorized bicycle as a moped (or a motor-driven cycle), it must meet the following restrictions:
In order to register your bike as a moped, you will need to complete a Motor Vehicle Registration, Tax, and Title application (Form TA-VD-119).
Once completed, bring your application, a bill of sale and a valid ID to your local DMV office for processing.
If your bike is a moped and not a motorcycle, then you do not need a class M driver's license - just a standard class C driver's license will do. You'll also need to follow all of the standard traffic laws while riding on public roads.
Wearing a helmet is not required for mopeds or motorized bicycles, but it's still a good idea to wear one!
We've got you covered. Click the button below to see a list of e-bikes that don't require any license or registration to ride on public roads in Vermont:
