The Town of Franklin E-Bike Users are required to follow general bicycle and e-bike laws enacted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Under G.L. c. 85, § 11B3/4, Class 1 and 2 e-bikes are treated the same as pedal-powered bicycles. Massachusetts Laws about Bicycles.
You must have a driver’s license, registration, and a moped license plate.
Any e-bike exceeding the power or speed thresholds of Class 1 or 2 or has been modified is considered a “motorized bicycle” under M.G.L. c. 90, § 1. Violators will be towed and face criminal charges.
E-Bike operation is prohibited on:
- On sidewalks, unless expressly permitted by local ordinance
- NRC Trails
- Playing Fields
- Dirt Paths
- School Fields
- Public Roads
- Bike Lanes
- Shared Paved Paths
Traffic Laws: Riders must follow traffic laws as motor vehicles & traditional bicycles, including obeying traffic signals, yielding to pedestrians, and riding safely and predictably.
Scooters Laws and Regulations: Users are required to follow general scooter laws enacted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Under G.L. c. 90, § 1E
- Riders must be at least 16 years old and hold a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit.
- Helmets are required.
- Maximum speed is 20 mph.
- No passengers allowed.
- Riding not permitted after sunset or before sunrise.
- Not allowed to be operated on sidewalks.
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