From MTO website
http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/dandv/ ... html#power An e-bike is a bike that:
- has steering handlebars and is equipped with pedals;
- is designed to be propelled primarily by muscular power and to travel on not more than three wheels;
- has one or more electric motors that have, singly or in combination, a power output rating of 500W or less. (Note: the motor is electric, and is incapable of propelling the cycle at speed of 32 km/h or greater on level ground, without pedaling.) and
- bears a permanently affixed label by the manufacturer stating in both official languages that the vehicle conforms to the federal definition of a power-assisted bicycle
- operator must be over 16yr old
- operator must wear a helmet
Above is merely a suggestion/thought and in no way constitutes legal advice or views of my employer. www.OHTA.ca