Bicycle or Motorcycle?

[RWebb]

Since March 24, police have stopped and cited McClain five times for driving with a suspended license. In each instance, police told McClain that he can’t use the electric bicycle he recently purchased for $1,000 unless he first gets his driving privileges reinstated.

McClain — who said his license was suspended several years ago for driving a car without insurance — begs to differ. He contends that under state law, there’s no difference between riding a regular bicycle and one that’s powered by a motor that allows it to travel up to 20 mph.

[Brando]

In the glooooorius state of ca, there are two classes for motor-powered cycles. Class M1 for 250cc and up (or faster than 25mph) and M2 for 249cc and down and slower than 25mph.

[widgeon13]

California.........

That explains everything.

[RWebb]

no, the above story is from Orygun

[on2wheels52]

He's trying to get around the law, people in AR with suspended licenses tried that with <50cc mopeds. No joy. Ride a bike or take the bus.
Jim

[duncan1437]

looks like he's SOL. heres the oregon law

"Are scooters, mopeds, electric assisted bicycles and personal mobility devices legal on Oregon public roads?

Some of these vehicles are legal in some situations if they meet the specific definitions and restrictions in Oregon law. Also, riders must be at least 16 years old and not have driving privileges suspended or revoked.

Although a driver license is not required for motor-assisted scooters, electric assisted bicycles and personal mobility devices, riders must be at least 16 years old (ORS 807.020 and 814.512) and be eligible for driving privileges. It is also possible for a person whose driving privileges are suspended or revoked to be charged with operating any motorized vehicle while suspended/revoked - including a motor-assisted scooter - on public roads.

Driving any motor vehicle on a public road while suspended is a Class A violation with a maximum fine of $720."
from here

Oregon DMV Pocket Bikes & Similar Vehicles