Illinois governor signs law setting new age and licensing rules for e-bike riders

Illinois just made 40 mph e-bikes street legal – but there’s a huge catch

Illinois just signed a sweeping new electric bicycle law that, among many other changes, finally answers a question that has been hanging over the rapidly growing market for high-powered electric bikes: What exactly are we supposed to do with all of these 35 and 40 mph “e-bikes” that don’t fit into the normal three-class electric bicycle system?

Illinois governor signs law setting new age and licensing rules for e-bike riders

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed a bill into law that classifies electric bicycles into categories based on speed and imposes age and licensing rules on riders.

New e-bike rules could lead to fees and fines for parents, delays in getting a license for teens

New rules surrounding e-bike riding in Illinois that were signed into law this week could lead to a slew of consequences for teens and even parents.

Major E-Bike & Scooter Law Changes Coming to Illinois in 2027: What Riders Need to Know

METROPOLIS, IL — Big changes are coming to how electric bikes, e-scooters, and high-powered “e-motos” are regulated across the state of Illinois. Metropolis Police Chief Harry Masse recently shared an important update on Facebook regarding Senate Bill 3484, sweeping state legislation signed into law that establishes strict new rules for electric mobility devices. While the [...]