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Back to School E-Bike and E-Scooter Safety

Post Date:07/31/2026 12:23 p.m.

As students head back to school, more e-bikes, e-scooters, and other electric vehicles will be sharing Folsom's roads. Whether riding to school, meeting up with friends, or getting around town, make sure to know the rules of the road. 

  • Class 1 and 2 e-bikes: Maximum speed is 20 mph. Riders under 18 must wear a helmet.
  • Class 3 e-bikes: Maximum speed is 28 mph. Riders must be at least 16, and helmets are required for everyone.
  • E-scooters: Riders must be at least 16 and have a valid driver's license or permit. The speed limit is 15 mph, passengers are not allowed, and e-scooters cannot be ridden on sidewalks.
  • Mopeds and electric motorcycles: May require a driver's license, registration, a license plate, and a Department of Transportation-approved helmet. These vehicles are not allowed on bike trails.

Watch the Folsom Police Department's video for more safety tips and review the rules of the road at www.folsom.ca.us/ebikes-escooters.

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