Committee advances bill to classify high‑power 'eMotos' as motorcycles

Mar 25, 2026

Lawmakers advanced H.F. 3785 to Ways and Means after author amendments were adopted to classify high‑power electric motorcycles as motorcycles, require certification similar to gasoline motorcycles, and create a >1,500‑watt category; stakeholders including the Amateur Rider Motorcycle Association said recent author amendments addressed many concerns.

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Representative DePel told the committee H.F. 3785 would create a statutory category for high‑power electric motorcycles ("eMotos") that exceed e‑bike specifications and would subject them to motorcycle certification, registration and licensing rules.

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