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From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electric_bicycle_laws#Tennessee
As of April, 2008:
"Motorized Bicycle: The motorized bicycle does not have to be registered nor does a certificate of title need to be obtained. An owner may register the vehicle under regulations issued by the Commissioner of Safety.
No endorsement is required on a driver license in order to operate a motorized bicycle, thus the motorized bicycle may be operated by anyone with a valid driver license. Goggles, windshields and other special equipment required for motorcycles and motor-driver cycles are not required for operation of a motorized bicycle. However, crash helmets are required regardless of operators age. Minors between the ages of 14 and 16 may apply for a restricted license to operate a motorized bicycle, just as they would to operate a motor-driver cycle. For instance, they must take a written test, vision tests and demonstrate their ability to operate the motorized bicycle. The license issued will be restricted to a motorized bicycle only. The license is valid only during daylight hours and within a seven-mile (11 km) radius of the driver's home. Applicants for any type of license less than eighteen (18) years old, must complete a Minor/Teen-age Affidavit and Cancellation form making the parent or legal guardian financially liable for the applicants action."
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Well, according to this article here in Tennessee, as long as you're an adult rider, all that is required is a mandatory helmet and a driver's license. I have to admit to being quite relieved since many other states have very constrictive motorized bicycle laws. I get very weary of all the multitude of laws and regulations having their hooks in you. The list of things you CAN'T do is far longer than the list of things you CAN do! So it's nice to know that if I mind my P's and Q's, ride responsibly and follow the rules of the road that at least here in Tennessee I'm allowed a small inch of breathing room.
As of April, 2008:
"Motorized Bicycle: The motorized bicycle does not have to be registered nor does a certificate of title need to be obtained. An owner may register the vehicle under regulations issued by the Commissioner of Safety.
No endorsement is required on a driver license in order to operate a motorized bicycle, thus the motorized bicycle may be operated by anyone with a valid driver license. Goggles, windshields and other special equipment required for motorcycles and motor-driver cycles are not required for operation of a motorized bicycle. However, crash helmets are required regardless of operators age. Minors between the ages of 14 and 16 may apply for a restricted license to operate a motorized bicycle, just as they would to operate a motor-driver cycle. For instance, they must take a written test, vision tests and demonstrate their ability to operate the motorized bicycle. The license issued will be restricted to a motorized bicycle only. The license is valid only during daylight hours and within a seven-mile (11 km) radius of the driver's home. Applicants for any type of license less than eighteen (18) years old, must complete a Minor/Teen-age Affidavit and Cancellation form making the parent or legal guardian financially liable for the applicants action."
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Well, according to this article here in Tennessee, as long as you're an adult rider, all that is required is a mandatory helmet and a driver's license. I have to admit to being quite relieved since many other states have very constrictive motorized bicycle laws. I get very weary of all the multitude of laws and regulations having their hooks in you. The list of things you CAN'T do is far longer than the list of things you CAN do! So it's nice to know that if I mind my P's and Q's, ride responsibly and follow the rules of the road that at least here in Tennessee I'm allowed a small inch of breathing room.