Ebikes - prohibited in our regulation or not???

Need help interpretting one of our usage-regulations.

Another big controversy in our HOA in NH regarding the use of Ebikes and whether or not our current usage-regulation prohibits there usage.

Givens.

. Ebikes are NOT ATV's
. Ebikes ARE two wheeled vehicles

Here is the usage regulation is question.

My interpretation of the statement in bold below is that it is limited to ATV's and since Ebikes are NOT ATV's they aren't prohibited. Am I right or wrong?

. Use Regulation #3

Motorcycles with fully operational muffler systems are allowed in the Park for ingress and egress only at the discretion of the Manager. Other motorcycles, mopeds, minibikes and other two-, three- or four-wheeled motorized vehicles(ATV's), except those specifically designed for the handicapped , may not be operated within the confines of the Campground.

Thanks
John Cummings

Per what you posted, I would say technically they would be prohibited.

This is one of those regulations where the technology changes and the rules/restrictions didn't get updated.

Personally, since most e-bikes in class 1,2 or 3 don't make a lot of noise I think amending the restriction to allow those classes of ebikes would be acceptable to most.

The way the regulation is currently written - it would technically prohibit the ebikes (and, any electric toy cars for children).

What are "minibikes?"

I'd agree with Tim and think that Ebikes are prohibited. What does NH say since you're actually in that state?

I'll say that in our urban/resort neighborhood that belies & scooters are a menace since they do often do not follow the rules to stay on the streets and go too fast on sidewalks (tho' not permitted on them).

I looked up minibikes. To correct one of my many typos, in my part of my city, ebikes are not allowed on the sidewalks, but the law isn't well-enforced.

Who said mini bikes have anything in common with ebikes, Max?

You did know that it can be ridden just like an ordinary bike, you know peddle?

Look, Max, I see ebikes very day in my urban neighborhood. Both they and scooters can be used without artificial power. What in the world is your post?

You stated they should be prohibited, why?

Not Prohibited, regulated just like an ICE "motor" vehicle.
Those Ebikes can go upwards 35 Mph they can do some serious damage.
I even see those razor scooters with electric motors doing 35mph.

To the OP, until your states legislature catches up to this craze
let Darwin, insurance carries and lawyers duke it out.

There is good information on Mass laws on ebikes here

https://www.massbike.org/ebikes

I have a membership in an RV campground, though not an HOA. They allow e-Bikes, but more importantly, they have have a speed limit that is enforced. My wife and I both have 4 wheel quads that could not be used in the campground because of noise, so we take them out when we go boondocking.

Here are USA Electric Bike Laws and Regulations By State

https://www.hovsco.com/blogs/blogs/electric-bike-laws-and-regulations-by-state?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=18973295194&gclid=Cj0KCQiA1ZGcBhCoARIsAGQ0kkpMVHoYlGmsXu6Wnj7XQCbYycLBb_7yx3P5k_fTXBbzM2HIe9VKdAwaAmfAEALw_wcB

Thanks Tim!

You have interpretted this the same as our BOD. We did try to amend the rule at our annual meeting in Sept, but it narrowly failed as it requires 3/4 of the vote to pass.

Yes, and big-wheel toys are also prohibited.

I agree, the rule was put in place before the ebike technology even existed.

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John

What exactly is the issue? HOA living I guess. Ebikes are harmless and help those that may have physical limitations. I'm all for them.

Unfortunatly those that like to make everything an issue are saying Ebikes are not allowed.

The good news is that several owners have them and you can't tell the difference between an Ebike and a bike, unless you are looking.

John

The campground is the HOA. Condo Campground on a lake in NH. It is seasonal, so not permanent homes.

Thanks
John

dont' forget about unicycles! lol. sorry your hoa has drama makers.

ebikes and motorized scooters can easily go 60-75mph now. I regularly see kids passing cars going 35 mph in the breakdown lanes of busy roads. if you are concerned about people getting hit by a motorized machine on trails or sidewalks, simply prohibit all motorized devices in those areas. Of couse disability related devices would be excluded from the rules.

60-75, better do some more research. I am looking to buy for my wife and I and the max speed, thank god, is 28 mph.