As e-bikes and scooters become a favorite way for our kids to zip around and explore, it’s important to keep up with the local rules and safety tips to ensure everyone has a great time without any bumps along the way.
Safety Checks: Is Your Child Scooter and E-Bike Ready?
Before your kiddo scoots off, let’s tick off some key skills they need:
- Master Stop and Go: Can they handle stopping at intersections and taking turns safely?
- Eagle-Eye Awareness: Are they checking their surroundings before changing lanes or crossing streets?
- Priority to Pedestrians: Do they understand that pedestrians always come first?
- Swift Reflexes: Can they stop quickly and dodge unexpected obstacles safely?
- Speed Control: Are they comfortable handling the faster speeds of e-bikes?
Local E-Bike and Scooter Regulations: Know Before You Go
California law provides a foundation for e-bike and scooter regulations, but each city has recently addressed some specifics as well:
Roseville
- Speed Limit for bike lanes: Users can ride in bike lanes if the posted speed limit is 25 mph or slower. California law prohibits riding e-scooters on sidewalks and pathways unless marked otherwise.
Rocklin
- Recreational Areas: The new updates to the Rocklin Municipal Code specifically prohibit motorized vehicles like e-scooters and e-bikes at the Whitney Park Bike Pump track, which is nearing completion. While motorized vehicles are allowed on sidewalks and trails within parks, they must not cross through green spaces or recreational fields. The intention is to keep the new pump track safe and free from the risks associated with high-speed motorized vehicles.
Lincoln
- School Safety: Under California laws, e-scooters cannot be ridden on sidewalks, must be operated by individuals with a valid driver's license or learner’s permit, and helmets are mandatory for riders under 18. E-scooters are also prohibited on elementary and middle school campuses.
Stay Informed and Ride Safely
It’s so important for our young riders and their families to stay informed about where and how e-bikes and scooters can be used safely. Check out resources from local government websites and always keep safety at the forefront of any ride.
E-bikes and scooters offer a fantastic way for our kids to gain independence and explore our beautiful cities of Roseville, Rocklin, and Lincoln. By staying knowledgeable about local regulations and practicing safe riding habits, we can ensure that everyone enjoys these fun and practical modes of transportation responsibly.
Additional Resources
For more detailed information on local e-bike and scooter regulations, please visit the following links:
- City of Rocklin E-Bike and Scooter Amendments
- Roseville E-Bike Guidelines
- Lincoln E-Scooter Safety Information
This article was created with a little help from ChatGPT, an AI tool by OpenAI.
