Can I use my electric bicycle (e-bike) or pedal-assist bike on wildlife management areas (WMAs)?

Only Class 1 electric bicycles may be used on WMAs under the same rules that apply to traditional, non-motorized bicycles. Class 2, Class 3, and unclassified electric bicycles may be operated only on WMA roads or trails open to other motorized vehicles.

Electric bicycles and their 3 classifications are defined in Section 316.003 F. S. as:

ELECTRIC BICYCLE —A bicycle or tricycle equipped with fully operable pedals, a seat or saddle for the use of the rider, and an electric motor of less than 750 watts which meets the requirements of one of the following three classifications:

(a) "Class 1 electric bicycle" means an electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the electric bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.
(b) "Class 2 electric bicycle" means an electric bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the electric bicycle and that ceases to provide assistance when the electric bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour.
(c) "Class 3 electric bicycle" means an electric bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and that ceases to provide assistance when the electric bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour.