These are Bicycles. First . They started life as a bicycle. Then you add a motor for Assist. That makes them motor assisted bicycle. Do you see? Not a Scooter. A scooter does not have pedals and a scooters only mode of propulsion is that by a motor . A scooter never was and never will be a bicycle. From my research, here are the Cats. Bicycle, Motor Assisted Bicycle, Motorized Bicycle, Scooters, motorcycles. These are legal classes and are defined as such. Here in Colorado, A scooter under 50cc does not require registration, plates or insurance. But..The rider has to be 16 years old or older with a Valid Drivers license. M endorsement not required, only a drivers license. Here in Colorado, nothing is needed for a bicycle. Not yet anyway. And..If you put an engine on your bicycle that is less than 49cc, by federal law, it is still a bicycle. Bicycle with motor assist. Now.. If you check on the laws in your area, and they have no Laws or regulations defined for motor Assisted bicycle, then the postulate is that they are not regulated at all. Keep in mind, you better abide by the laws for bicycles. Stop at stop signs, ect ect ect. Or you could get a ticket. But....I am no lawyer , this is only from my research and experience. If you ride your bike down the golf course, or speed, or do other things that make the cops mad, then I can assure you, regulations or not, they will stop you, they will fit you in a class or they will make a place to fit you in , ticket you, and make a lot of trouble for you. You will get a ticket, and could wind up in court, and if you do end up in court, make sure to get the best lawyer you can to win, and establish case law in your favor. Remember this.. Regulated or not, even with laws in our favor, always ride safe, obey the laws for bicycles, ride cool and promote in a positive way our Hobby which seems to be becoming more of a transportation mode for many. and....Enjoy the ride..

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