CVC = California Vehicle Code

eRider = Electrical bicycle rider

Never Ride Under the Influence
(CVC 21200.5 )

 

Riding an eBike while impaired is dangerous for you and everyone around you. Stay alert, stay safe, and protect your community.

Night Riding = Be Seen
(CVC 21201(d))

 

At night, eBikes must be equipped with:

  1. White headlight visible from at least 300 feet.

  2. Red rear reflector or red light (solid or flashing) visible from 500 feet.

  3. Reflectors on pedals, shoes, or ankles (white or yellow) visible from 200 feet front and rear.

  4. Side reflectors: white/yellow near the front wheel, and white/red near the rear wheel.

    (Not required if your eBike has reflectorized tires front and rear.)

Pedestrians Have the Right of Way
(CVC 21950)

 

eRiders must stop and let pedestrians finish crossing before riding through.

No Phones, No Distractions
(CVC 23123.5)

 

Never text, scroll, or make calls while riding—your hands and eyes belong on the road.

Ride the Same Way as Vehicles
(CVC 21650.1)

 

eRiders must ride in the same direction as traffic, following the flow of vehicles.


One Seat per Rider
(CVC 21204)

 

Each passenger must have their own properly fitted seat. Oversized or shared seats are unsafe and don’t meet safety standards.

Helmet Requirements
(CVC 21212(a))

 

Riders & passengers under 18 must wear a helmet.
(VoltVerified and medical experts recommend MIPS helmets for all ages.)

Red Means "STOP"
(CVC 21453)

 

eRiders must stop at all red lights — same as any motorist or cyclist.

Hand Signals Before Turning
(CVC 22108)

 

eRiders must extend a hand signal for at least 100 feet before their intended turn to alert drivers and pedestrians.

STOP for Stop Signs
(CVC 22450(a))

 

Always bring your eBike to a full stop behind the white line—it keeps you visible and safe.

Don't Ride with Both Ears Covered
(CVC 27400)

 

California law allows only one earbud or headphone while riding—keep the other ear open for safety.

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