Senate Bill 441 (SB-441)

January 1, 2000, it will be legal to drive a Go-Ped® on the streets of California provided that the driver follows the legal requirements as by the state of California.

- Driver must be 16 years or older, a California drivers license and registration will not be required

- Driver MUST wear a helmet.

- Go-Ped® must be driven in the bike lane or on the right side of the street, and not driven on the sidewalks.

- The maximum speed limit for a motorized scooter is 15 mph.

- If a motorized scooter is driven at night, the necessary reflectors and lighting equipment will be a requirement. These items and safety equipment can be purchased at most bicycle shops.

Although, Go-Peds®were not designed for street use, Patmont Motor Werks advises everyone who wishes to use a Go-Ped® on the street to do so with extreme caution, and always use the recommended safety equipment and recommendations clearly stated in the manual.