Hi,
I'm reposting this here from the trike section because the same laws should apply to bikes/2-wheeled vehicles. I want to build a custom motorized tilting trike for commuting without pedals for a project and be able to register it so that it is road legal. Does anyone have any experience for this? I would use an electric motor and keep it under 30mph so I should be able to register it as a scooter and use it without a motorcycle license? I've read over the laws for a few states and it seems all I would need are:
Thanks in advance!
I'm reposting this here from the trike section because the same laws should apply to bikes/2-wheeled vehicles. I want to build a custom motorized tilting trike for commuting without pedals for a project and be able to register it so that it is road legal. Does anyone have any experience for this? I would use an electric motor and keep it under 30mph so I should be able to register it as a scooter and use it without a motorcycle license? I've read over the laws for a few states and it seems all I would need are:
- Strong headlights, brake lights, turn signals, one mirror
- Seat height higher than 26"
- A strong enough frame and wheels
- Split or independently actuated brake system that can pass a stopping distance test
- Front suspension
- DOT approved tires
- Standard controls for kill switch, turn signals, etc.
Thanks in advance!