According to the federal definition of an electric bicycle, e-bikes are
divided into classes that denote their level of motor assistance, it determines
what and where you can ride. Learning which class of e-bike you need is an
essential decision point:
What is the Difference Between 1,2,3 Class of E-bike?
| Class Type | Definition |
| Class 1 | A bicycle equipped with a motor that kicks in only when you pedal-assist only and stops helping at 20 mph. |
| Class 2 | A bicycle equipped with a motor has a pedal-assist mode up to 20 mph plus a purely throttle-assist mode. |
| Class 3 | A bicycle equipped with a motor is solely pedal-assist (like class 1), but assistance continues until you reach up to 28 mph. |
Most beginners start riding with Class 1 e-bike, which is
affordable and meets the basic need, it can be a ride on the city street and
many bike lanes. Check the policy in your states first.
Class 2 e-bikes are generally allowed to be a ride in the same places as
with Class 1 e-bikes. Our Raddy
eRide Metro and
eTrail Terra both
offer safety electrically assisted pedaling alongside throttles, both max
speeds can reach up to 20 mph.
Compared to Class 1 bikes, Class 3 e-bikes are faster, more powerful, and at
a higher cost. It is suitable for Most states to allow citizens to ride
Class 3 e-bikes on road lanes or a bike-only lane, but restricted to take
them on bike paths that exist outside of the road or on multi-use trails
shared with pedestrians.
E-bike laws and regulations can vary widely across states and countries. For
further information on e-bike laws, research, news and industry updates
visit People
for Bikes.