As we get ready to welcome students back for another exciting school year, the safety of our students remains our highest priority. We appreciate your partnership in helping us create a safe environment for everyone in our school community.
Minnesota law also regulates the use of electric-assisted bicycles. Under Minnesota Statutes, section 169.011, e-bike riders must be at least 15 years old to operate a Class 3 e-bike. While state law allows younger riders to operate certain lower-speed e-bikes, school districts may establish additional safety expectations for students traveling to and from school and while on school property. Operators under the age of 18 years old must wear a helmet while riding electric assisted bikes.
We encourage you to take a few minutes before the school year begins to talk with your child about this expectation and to discuss safe transportation options to and from school. Our goal is to ensure that every student arrives safely each day.
Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and continued partnership in keeping our students safe. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact your child's school office or the District Office.
According to Minnesota statute 169.225 an e-scooter is limited to a motor of 750 watts or less with a maximum speed of 15 mph. It is unlawful to allow a passenger and the driver must be 12 years or older and wear a helmet. The e-scooter may be operated on streets but must stay as close as possible to the right hand side of the road or curb. Kasson ordinance prohibits riding on sidewalks or trails unless necessary. For night time riding the scooter must have a headlight and tail light.
According to Minnesota statute 169.222 an e-bike is limited to an electric motor of 750 watts or less and a maximum speed of 28 mph. It also must have operable pedals which can operate the bike. Operators must be 15 years of age or older and wear a helmet. Passengers are prohibited unless the bike has a passenger seat. The e-bike may be operated on streets, trails and sidewalks. On roadways the e-bike must be ridden as close to the curb or edge of the road as possible. For night time riding the e-bike must have a headlight and rear reflector.
According to Minnesota statute 169.223 a motorized bike has a maximum speed of 30 mph and a motor of 1500 watts or less and/or an engine of 49cc or less. License and registration is required and the operator must be 15 years of age or older and wear a helmet. Passengers are allowed if equipped with a passenger seat and footrests. Must have a headlight and tail light for night riding.
According to Minnesota statute 169.974 an engine over 49cc or electric motor larger than 1500 watts and capable of more than 30 mph is classified as a motorcycle and operator must have a motorcycle endorsement.
