Section 436.1.
Cal. Vehicle Code - VEH § 436.1.
in effectAn “off-highway electric motorcycle,” commonly referred to as an eMoto, is an off-highway motorcycle subject to identification under this code that meets all of the following requirements:
(a)
Is designed by the manufacturer for operation primarily off the highway.
(b)
Is powered by an electric motor for which a motor number is not required.
(c)
Has handlebars for steering control.
(d)
Has a straddle seat provided by the manufacturer.
(e)
Has two wheels.
(f)
Is not equipped with pedals from the manufacturer.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026