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Rules for low-powered vehicles

Rules for low-powered vehicles

Do you own or ever ride a:

  • motor-assisted cycle;
  • "pocket bike" or mini motorcycle;
  • "moped" (limited-speed motorcycle);
  • Segway™ human transporter;
  • motorized scooter or skateboard; or
  • motorized wheelchair?

Be sure you know where you can - and cannot - ride it legally.

It's also important to know which type of low-powered vehicle you're riding. One might look very similar to another, but actually have different operating rules.

Riders who don't follow the rules for their vehicle risk getting a ticket, and possibly a collision with a heavier vehicle.

Rules for using low-powered vehicles

Motor-assisted cycles
Motor assisted
  • rider must be 16 or older and wear a bicycle helmet
  • driver's licence and insurance not required

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Pocket bikes & mini motorcycles
Pocket bikes
  • cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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"Mopeds" (limited-speed motorcycles)
Moped
  • must be registered, licensed and insured for road use
  • driver's licence required (any class)
  • you must wear a helmet

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What's the difference between a limited-speed motorcycle and a motor-assisted cycle?

Segway™ human transporters
Motor assisted
  • cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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Motorized scooters & skateboards
Motor assisted
  • Cannot be operated on roads in B.C.

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Motorized wheelchairs
Motor assisted
  • Driver's licence and insurance not required.
  • Can be used on sidewalks or roads, following the same rules as pedestrians.

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