Enhanced bicycle facilities, such as protected bike lanes, off-road multi-use paths, and high-visibility trail crossings all provide a safer environment to ride and increase safety and attentiveness at points where e-bikes and motor vehicles interact.
The following resources offer safety information that can inform decisions by program organizers, parents, schools and students about the who, when, where of e-bike use.
Many kids and teens are eager to ride an e-bike, but parents are naturally worried about safety. Heres what you need to know about e-bikes, and how to decide if riding one is a good idea for your child.
E-bike riders should make sure their e-bike is equipped with headlights, taillights, and a red rear reflector. In addition to the required lights, it's a good idea to wear light-colored or reflective clothing and gear when riding at night and bright clothing during the day.
Children must first understand how to be safe pedestrians and then learn to be safe bicycle riders. Proper safety education and training are important to ride a regular bike.
Safety gear remains paramount when children ride electric bikes. Properly fitted helmets are non-negotiable, and additional protective equipment such as knee and elbow pads can provide extra security during the learning process.
