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Know Your Ride. Know the Law.<\/h1>\n

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A community safety guide to e-bikes, e-motos, scooters and electric mobility devices<\/em><\/h4>\n

Used properly, e-bikes are a genuine public health win, giving older adults and people with limited mobility an affordable way to stay active, independent, and engaged in their community, without the risks that come with high-powered e-motos.<\/p>\n

That being said electric bikes are everywhere, but not everything sold as an “e-bike” actually is one. This page breaks down what Maryland law actually says, so you can ride safely, buy smart, and stay legal.<\/p>\n

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The Problem: Not All “E-Bikes” Are E-Bikes<\/h3>\n

Many buyers reasonably assume that anything marketed as an “e-bike” is a low-speed, kid-friendly bicycle. It’s not always true. High-powered electric motorcycles and mopeds, often called “e-motos”<\/strong>, are increasingly sold and marketed as e-bikes, both online and in stores, often without clear warning that they’re legally motor vehicles.<\/p>\n

That confusion has real consequences: for parents buying a device for their child, for riders who don’t realize they need a license, and for the broader safety of everyone sharing the trails and the road.<\/p>\n

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No matter the type of device, its critical that riders wear a helmet at all times! Need a helmet? Email heather@talbotthrive.org<\/a> to get one for free!<\/h4>\n

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E-Bike or E-Moto? Here’s the Difference<\/h3>\n

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E-Bike<\/strong> (legal, low-speed, no license needed)<\/em><\/h4>\n