Northern Colorado Is Basically The Fast & The Furious But On Electric Scooters

I can't lie to you. Electric bikes and scooters scare the crap out of me. I don't really even know the rules, as I come from a time when bicycles were powered by human legs.

So what are the official rules and regulations regarding e-bikes and scooters in Northern Colorado?

Currently, it's a three-tiered system. So let's break it down. What is and isn't allowed in Fort Collins, Greeley, and Loveland?

Here's what you should know about electric modes of transportation

Class One is basically geared towards pedal assist bikes with a max speed of 20 miles per hour. These are indeed allowed in trails and bike paths.

Class Two isn't much different from class one, except that these electric bikes have a throttle. Class two can also go up to 20 miles per hour and are also allowed on paved trails and recreational trails.

Class Three is the beast of electric bikes. What does that mean? It means they go faster with a faster pedal assist. Don't plan on riding these beasts on recreational trails because they're only allowed on roads and bike lanes.

If you're planning on purchasing one of these crazy bikes, you don't have to worry about a license, registration, or insurance. Score.

Here are the rules regarding electric scooters

I guess e-scooters have brands called Bird and Lime. Who knew?

Electric scooters cannot go faster than 20 miles per hour. Riders must be at least 16 and are allowed on streets or in bike lanes.

If you live in northern Colorado, don't plan on riding your scooter on unpaved trails or roads because that's a no-no.

These are the basic rules for electric transportation. For more info, just visit Colorado.public.law for a more thorough breakdown.

Helpful Hint- Please don't be stupid and always wear a helmet.