Hampden Residents Express Concerns about Recent E-Bike Accident
As the weather warms up, more individuals are using various types of bikes. AAA Northeast warns that 40% of motorcycle crash victims do not possess a valid license. This serves as a caution for all riders, including e-bike users. AAA Northeast Senior Spokesperson Mark Schieldrop notes a rise in e-bike accidents due to an increase in their usage. Class 1 and 2 e-bikes, like pedal-powered bicycles, have a speed limit of 20 mph and cannot be ridden on sidewalks or certain trails. Riders outside these guidelines risk being considered as using "motorized bicycles," subject to registration and licensing requirements. A recent incident in Hampden, Massachusetts, involving a $13,000 electric motocross bike, revealed the risks associated with using unauthorized bikes. Such bikes are typically not street legal unless modified and registered as motorcycles. It is crucial for parents to ensure their kids are capable of handling these types of bikes before purchasing.
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