Speed pedelecWallonia
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88. Speed pedelec
A speed pedelec is a high-speed electrically assisted bicycle whose motor can continue providing pedal assistance above the normal electric-bicycle assistance limit, typically up to approximately 45 km/h. It has pedals and is primarily designed to assist the rider while pedalling.
Because of its higher speed, a speed pedelec may legally be treated differently from an ordinary bicycle or electric bicycle. Special rules can apply concerning the minimum age, driving licence, helmet, registration, insurance, cycle-path use and permitted roads, depending on the country.
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What is a speed pedelec in Belgium?
A Belgian speed pedelec is a two-wheeled vehicle with pedals and an auxiliary drive primarily intended to assist pedalling, with assistance cutting out by 45 km/h. For an electric motor the maximum continuous rated power is 4 kW. It is legally a class P moped, distinct from an ordinary assisted bicycle or a motorised cycle limited to 25 km/h.
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How old must you be to ride a speed pedelec in Belgium?
You must normally be at least 16 years old to ride a speed pedelec on the public road.
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Which driving licence do you need for a Belgian speed pedelec?
You need at least a category AM driving licence. A licence valid for category A1, A2, A or B also provides access to category AM.
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Must you wear a helmet on a speed pedelec in Belgium?
Yes. Both the rider and passenger must wear either an approved moped helmet or an appropriate bicycle helmet that provides the additional protection required for speed-pedelec use.
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Must a Belgian speed pedelec be registered?
Yes. A speed pedelec must be registered with the DIV and display a registration plate. Belgian speed-pedelec plates begin with S-P.
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Does a Belgian speed pedelec need a certificate of conformity?
Yes. A certificate of conformity is required for a speed pedelec. It confirms the vehicle's approved technical classification, although the rider does not normally have to carry the certificate during every journey.
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Is motor-vehicle liability insurance compulsory for every Belgian speed pedelec?
No. A normal speed pedelec whose motor provides pedal assistance and cannot propel the vehicle autonomously above 25 km/h is not subject to compulsory motor-vehicle liability insurance. If the motor can propel the vehicle above 25 km/h without pedalling, compulsory motor-vehicle liability insurance applies.
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Can a speed pedelec use a Belgian cycle path?
At a road limit of 50 km/h or less, a speed-pedelec rider may use an applicable usable marked, D7 or D9 cycle path, without endangering its users. Above 50 km/h the applicable usable path must normally be used. Respect the permitted direction and supplementary panels. A D10 undivided pedestrian-and-cycle path does not permit speed pedelecs.
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