Kansas City E-Bike/Scooter Crackdown Cont'd

Quick update as, in reality, this tech junk is actually more popular with broke adults than teens.

Here is a peek and more reporting about new rules . . .

The Kansas City council on Thursday approved an ordnance establishing new speed limits, age requirements and penalties for riders user electric-powered transportation devices.

Under the ordinance, riders will be limited to speeds of 15 mph or less on sidewalks and under 20 mph on bike lanes and shared-use trails.

Riders must also be at least 16 years old to operate a device capable of traveling more than 20 mph, while riders must be at least 12 years old to use a device that can reach 20 mph.

The ordinance also requires all riders under 18 to wear a helmet. 

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Kansas City passes new regulations for e-bikes, scooters and electric skateboards

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