It's 2025 Is an Emtb in your near future?

Is an Emtb in your near future?

  • Yes

    Votes: 10 7.8%

  • No

    Votes: 52 40.6%

  • Maybe

    Votes: 21 16.4%

  • Never

    Votes: 11 8.6%

  • Already own one

    Votes: 34 26.6%
  • Total voters
    128
Here you go MrBill


Governor Murphy supports the use of Class 1 e-bikes and has signed legislation regulating their operation in New Jersey. This legislation allows Class 1 e-bikes, which provide assistance only when the rider is pedaling and cease assistance at 20 mph, to operate on shared use paths and authorized government agency trails.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
  • Legislation:
    Governor Murphy signed legislation (S731) in May 2019 that regulates low-speed e-bikes and motorized scooters.

  • Class 1 e-bikes:
    "These e-bikes are allowed on shared use paths" and authorized government agency trails.

  • No license, insurance, or registration required:
    Unlike some other motorized vehicles, e-bikes do not require registration, insurance, or a driver's license.

  • Follows bicycle laws:
    E-bikes are subject to the same laws and regulations as ordinary bicycles.

  • Safe passing law:
    Governor Murphy also signed legislation that requires drivers to move over when passing pedestrians and cyclists, including those on e-bikes.
Governor Murphy Signs Bill That Legalizes E-Bikes and E-Scooters in New Jersey - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia
May 14, 2019

Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia



Office of the Governor | Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Permitting Operation of Low Speed E-Bikes and Motorized Scooters
May 13, 2019

NJ.gov

Again it's directly up to the park supervisor
Thankfully our park supervisors are much more educated then some...
 
Cannonbill said:
I live in an area with bear, wasnt aware of the law but in compliance because bikes are quiet and it’s easy to spook bear on a bike. Bells create awareness, but are goofy.

So yes. I have a bell. Probably too fancy for the purpose it serves, but oh well.

I also wear a helmet and have been avoiding my colonoscopy. Anything else you need to know?

And back to the pics where it is clear, by way of signs posted at trailheads or clearly marked statements that e-bikes are not permitted, it’s OK to just ignore?

@Santapez you are in a position to enforce the laws (I assume)? Appreciate your take if I am reading that correctly.
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The best I have felt in the last year was just after a three day fast prior to my 1st colonoscopy. Plus the drugs were fantastic. The shit they made me drink beforehand was terrible. I'd also recommend getting a bidet beforehand. Best of luck!
 
Cannonbill said:
For the “bell curious”, here’s the Knog Oi. Barely noticible, nicely “engineered”. Only omits audible sound when you want it to (won’t ring as a result of rough terrain).

But $20-30 is tough to swallow for a bell.

File
Knog Oi Luxe - Luxusversion einer minimalistischen Fahrradklingel
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Original Bell - RAW+GLD

Enhance your cycling experience with the Spurcycle Original bell—the bespoke choice for cyclists who prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and excellence for their beloved bikes. Crafted with precision and passion in the USA, these bells are more than just accessories—they're your trusty companions...
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We started selling these after many customer requests. I can't believe how many we sell.
 
mattybfat said:
Here you go MrBill


Governor Murphy supports the use of Class 1 e-bikes and has signed legislation regulating their operation in New Jersey. This legislation allows Class 1 e-bikes, which provide assistance only when the rider is pedaling and cease assistance at 20 mph, to operate on shared use paths and authorized government agency trails.

Here's a more detailed breakdown:
  • Legislation:
    Governor Murphy signed legislation (S731) in May 2019 that regulates low-speed e-bikes and motorized scooters.

  • Class 1 e-bikes:
    "These e-bikes are allowed on shared use paths" and authorized government agency trails.

  • No license, insurance, or registration required:
    Unlike some other motorized vehicles, e-bikes do not require registration, insurance, or a driver's license.

  • Follows bicycle laws:
    E-bikes are subject to the same laws and regulations as ordinary bicycles.

  • Safe passing law:
    Governor Murphy also signed legislation that requires drivers to move over when passing pedestrians and cyclists, including those on e-bikes.
Governor Murphy Signs Bill That Legalizes E-Bikes and E-Scooters in New Jersey - Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia
May 14, 2019

Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia



Office of the Governor | Governor Murphy Signs Legislation Permitting Operation of Low Speed E-Bikes and Motorized Scooters
May 13, 2019

NJ.gov

Again it's directly up to the park supervisor
Thankfully our park supervisors are much more educated then some...
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@mattybfat Definition of shared use is key.

I have read it as paved/crushed stone surface, specifically calling out “not natural surface such as dirt or mulch”

Per NY (written the same for NJ state parks)

Paved and Improved Trails and Paths and Boardwalks

Class 1 and 2 electric bicycles may be operated on (i) boardwalks and (ii) shared-use or multi-use trails and paths that are paved or improved with materials including but not limited to crushed stone or asphalt, including carriage roads, unless operation of such devices on (i) or (ii) above is specifically prohibited by sign or other directive issued by OPRHP.

OPRHP regions and/or facilities have the discretion to set speed limits for Class 1 and 2 electric bicycles and other authorized moving devices including traditional bicycles on such boardwalks, paths, and trails, carriage roads, or portions thereof, by sign or other directive issued by the regional

Office, facility, park or historic site.

Class 1 and 2 electric bicycles are prohibited on unimproved or natural surface trails and paths unless otherwise specified by sign or other directive issued by OPRHP.

https://parks.ny.gov/documents/insi...olicies/OPRHPPolicyBicyclesElectricAssist.pdf

The most recent I have seen for NJ

njbikeped.org

Micromobility - The New Jersey Bicycle and Pedestrian Resource Center

Welcome to your one-stop repository for information related to electric micromobility in New Jersey! “Micromobility” refers to smaller, lighter, low-speed
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jdog said:
www.spurcycle.com

Original Bell - RAW+GLD

Enhance your cycling experience with the Spurcycle Original bell—the bespoke choice for cyclists who prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and excellence for their beloved bikes. Crafted with precision and passion in the USA, these bells are more than just accessories—they're your trusty companions...
www.spurcycle.com www.spurcycle.com

We started selling these after many customer requests. I can't believe how many we sell.
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The second bell only gets play every 2 or 3 rides. Today I ran up on three Goth kids sitting on the wide, wooden bridge that I wanted to cross. Four rings on the left hand (standard) bell while rolling up squiggly. Then: "Now here's the good bell."

{unleashes the right hand dulcet tone of the Spurcycle in matte black}

Rolls by and up the basalt, bedrock historical road from New Providence to the Land of Make Believe.

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@Cannonbill from your link
Trail Use

Regarding e-bikes operating on multi-use trails, there are different rules depending on the type of trail. In the case of a natural surface (wood chips or bare earth), e-bikes are not permitted on trails designated for non-motorized vehicles unless the owner of the facility, such as the local or county government, specifically allows e-bikes.

^ which is the point I have been trying to make

It's all a very grey argument and one we will agree to disagree. Fortunately I live near parks where our supervisor allows. I also wasn't aware that Ringwood shared this sentiment but would be interested to see.
 
We have been having a different discussion then, I have only suggested NY and NJ State parks. For which I have shared the most up to date info, including pics of the new no e-bikes sign at Sterling Forest, and the marking on Trail-forks for Ringwood which clearly states no ebike.

This has been my lane from my first post on this thread.
 
Trailforks is rubbish on what is and isn't. I would bet on zero input from park supervisor to trailforks.
I acknowledge sterling and said it's a shame.
Here's a fact, emtbs aren't going to go away. So your either going to have to get use to it or get on that box and be the hikers of the 90's or the skiers of the 80's.
 
mattybfat said:
@Cannonbill from your link
Trail Use

Regarding e-bikes operating on multi-use trails, there are different rules depending on the type of trail. In the case of a natural surface (wood chips or bare earth), e-bikes are not permitted on trails designated for non-motorized vehicles unless the owner of the facility, such as the local or county government, specifically allows e-bikes.

^ which is the point I have been trying to make

It's all a very grey argument and one we will agree to disagree. Fortunately I live near parks where our supervisor allows. I also wasn't aware that Ringwood shared this sentiment but would be interested to see.
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From that very same link. Not at all grey.

njbikeped.org

Micromobility - The New Jersey Bicycle and Pedestrian Resource Center

Welcome to your one-stop repository for information related to electric micromobility in New Jersey! “Micromobility” refers to smaller, lighter, low-speed
njbikeped.org njbikeped.org

Published by Rutgers, on behalf of the state. Consistent with everything I have seen on the subject. Exactly the same as NY. And yes, county and town park rules will differ.

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