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If it's got a motor, electric or otherwise, it belongs on the road with other motor vehicles.
Edit: And not in the bicycle lane...
Imo at least a class 1 should be an exception, it's required to be pedaled for any assist and is barred from providing assist past 20mph or operating via a throttle. There are also power limits that make them pretty weak.
The class system is designed for these arguments. I'm fine with class 2 in lanes and paths, but now we can discuss ebikes and where they belong without confusion. And regulators for parks, towns, etc can make it very clear in their signage.
Disagree. Ebikes should be allowed, provided the rider is using pedal assist and not just gunning it.
Motorcycles, both ICE and BEV, aren't allowed ever.
If we exclude ebikes generally, we'll discourage the average person from cycling for transportation. There should be a maximum speed and a "no passing" rule (if you want to pass, you need to use the regular road lane).
that's it