Brazil's relevant laws and regulations on electric bicycles

Brazil's laws and regulations on electric bicycles mainly focus on vehicle classification, speed and power restrictions, traffic rules, safety equipment, and registration requirements. The specific provisions are as follows:

1、 Vehicle Classification and Core Standards

1. Definition of Electric Bicycle
   • A pedal assist system must be equipped, which means that the engine operation relies on pedal drive, and the use of an accelerator (gas pedal) is prohibited.
   • The factory set maximum speed does not exceed; 32 kilometers per hour, motor power not exceeding; 1000W。
   • If a vehicle is equipped with an accelerator, even with pedals, and the speed exceeds 32 kilometers per hour or the power exceeds 1000W, it is classified as a light motorcycle.
2. Standard for lightweight motorcycles
   • No original pedal, but equipped with accelerator.
   • Motor power not exceeding; 4kW， The factory set maximum speed does not exceed; 50 kilometers per hour.

   • Registration and registration are required, and the driver must hold a specific driver's license (such as an A-class driver's license).

2、 Traffic rules and regional restrictions

1. Rules for the passage of electric bicycles
   • Pedestrian walkway: speed limit; 6 kilometers per hour, please yield to pedestrians.
   • Bicycle lane: speed limit; 40 kilometers per hour (some cities such as Rio de Janeiro limit it to 20 kilometers per hour).
   • Street: You can drive on the right side of the motor vehicle lane, but you need to follow traffic signals.
   • Prohibited areas: Driving is prohibited in prohibited areas such as highways and expressways.
2. Rules for the passage of light motorcycles
   • Only allowed to drive on the street, with a maximum speed not exceeding; 40 kilometers per hour.
   • It is prohibited to drive on sidewalks, bike lanes, or park trails.

3、 Safety equipment and registration requirements

1. Safety requirements for electric bicycles
   • Must be equipped with: electronic speed limit device, car bell, front, rear, and side night signal lights, left rearview mirror, and tires that meet safety standards.
   • No registration, license plate or driver's license is required, but traffic rules must be followed.
2. Safety requirements for light motorcycles
   • Must be equipped with: speedometer, indicator, electronic speed limit device, front, rear, and side night signal lights.
   • Drivers and passengers must wear helmets, otherwise they will face fines or even revocation of their driver's license.
   • Registration, registration, and mandatory insurance purchase are required.

4、 Penalties and Enforcement for Violations

1. Punishment for Violations
   • Electric bicycles that exceed the speed limit, undergo unauthorized modifications, or fail to comply with traffic rules may face fines or vehicle impoundment.
   • Light motorcycles that are not registered, have no driver's license, or do not wear helmets are subject to more severe penalties, including revocation of driver's license.
2. Registration Deadline
   • The deadline for registration and qualification of existing light motorcycles is; By the end of 2025.

5、 Local adjustment

• Some cities, such as Rio de Janeiro, may have stricter speed limits for electric bicycles on bike lanes or sidewalks, subject to local city hall notices.

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