Veh. Code, § 436.1 · Division 1. WORDS AND PHRASES DEFINED
Veh. Code, § 436.1
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
An “off-highway electric motorcycle,” commonly referred to as an eMoto, is an off-highway motorcycle subject to identification under this code that meets all of the following requirements:
(a) Is designed by the manufacturer for operation primarily off the highway.
(b) Is powered by an electric motor for which a motor number is not required.
(c) Has handlebars for steering control.
(d) Has a straddle seat provided by the manufacturer.
(e) Has two wheels.
(f) Is not equipped with pedals from the manufacturer.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 588, Sec. 1. (SB 586) Effective January 1, 2026.
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