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Originally Posted by whitev70r
So if 50cc on a gasoline engine is the threshold, how are they going to determine what the power level of an EV motorcycle that will require a full motorcycle license? By a certain kW engine?
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Pretty much. 1.5 kW.
From ICBC:
Most mopeds and street-legal scooters, if under a certain size, are classified as limited-speed motorcycles (LSMs). If they exceed or do not comply with the definition as listed below, you will likely require a motorcycle licence to operate them.
Limited-speed motorcycle definition
Has a motor equipped with a piston displacement of not more than 50 cc, or a power source that produces a maximum of 1.5 kW
Does not require clutching or shifting after the drive system is engaged
Has a maximum speed on level ground of 70 km/h
Has a maximum weight of 95 kilograms, excluding fuel and batteries
Must have wheels with a diameter of 254 mm or more