FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WOWO) — The Fort Wayne Police Department is reminding residents that not every electric two-wheel vehicle on the road meets the legal definition of an e-bike in Indiana.
As warmer weather brings more riders outdoors, police say it’s important for both adults and parents to understand how state law classifies these vehicles before using them on public streets.
Under Indiana law, an electric bicycle must meet three specific requirements: it must have operable pedals, a motor that produces no more than 750 watts, and a top assisted speed of no more than 28 miles per hour. Vehicles that meet those standards are generally treated like traditional bicycles and do not require registration or a driver’s license…