Japan
Regulations on electric bicycles in Japan(Outdated)
Electric-assisted bicycles are treated as human-powered bicycles, while bicycles capable of propulsion by electric power alone face additional registration and regulatory requirements as mopeds. Requirements include electric power generation by a motor that cannot be easily modified, along with a power assist mechanism that operates safely and smoothly. In December 2008, The assist ratio was updated as follow:
- Under 10 km/h; 2
- 10–24 km/h; 2-(Running speed - 10) / 7
- Over 24 km/h; 0
(See Moped#Individual countries/regions)
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