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You may be speaking on a city/ specific state level. On a Federal level, and base of the vast majority of the USA, it 100% does not require a motorcycle license. The Javelin falls into the same category as a moped or scooter. We have been doing this for 6 years, have worked directly with the NHTSA, have gotten legitimate vins to categorize as a motor-driven cycle. This category is sub 5hp on a federal level and 2hp for many states. Pedals mean nothing to the law once you get outside 750watts. The bike immediately becomes a "motor driven cycle," up until the 5hp mark, pedals or no pedals.

Example of CT's laws (common format amongst all 50 states): www.cga.ct.gov/2020/rpt/pdf/2020-R-0257.pdf NHTSA's definition of "motor-driven cycle" www.nhtsa.gov/importing-vehicle/importation-and-certification-faqs-0 Again, you need to review your own city's laws. Our team cannot keep up with the hundreds of different cities changing their laws on a annual basis. This is why the bike ships out as 2hp with a 5hp option and a street speed limit within "motor driven cycle," guidelines of 30mph. It also includes an MCO and everything else you need to make this bike legal.

@@SparkCycleworks I appreciate the time in. A moped does require pedals, or it's a scooter. Your previous units had pedals from the factory so they could be classified as a scooter or moped depending on the specifics of the state. The Javelin is well over the 2hp or 1500w that usually marks the difference between "scooter" the sit-down kind, and motorcycles. But calling it an "e-bike" is a misnomer.

@@e-powersport ​ The term Moped is dated and has been replaced by "motor driven cycle/ scooter." Directly from the law: “Motor scooter” usually refers to two- or three-wheeled vehicles with seats, relatively small motors, and low top speeds. It is sometimes used interchangeably with “moped” (i.e., a vehicle with both bicycle pedals and a motor). In Connecticut, these vehicles typically fall under the definition of “motor-driven cycles,” which do not need to be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) before being operated on public roads." Pedals or no pedals, there is no difference when you are outside 750 watts and under the 5hp federal limit, or depending on your state, 2hp. The Javelin is shipped out as 2hp/5hp and again, includes an MCO and everything else you need.

@@SparkCycleworks awesome, it’s still not an e-bike

What do you mean?

@@SparkCycleworks 1:27 "it is powered by an 40 Ah Battery that is monitored by an open source far-driver controller" that makes no sense to me. the battery should be monitored by an bms and the power conversion to the motor by the controller. And Nanjing Fardriver Controllers are closed source.

@@justan1ck Fardrivers use a completely open source phone app for both android and apple. Anyone can download the app and adjust parameters. This app is not specific to Spark and is used by numerous other manufacturers and the ebike modding community.

@@SparkCycleworks that's not what open source means

@@justan1ck how do you define open source?

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Thank you! We're excited for these updates too!

We’re working on a number of options focused on commercial applications!

@@SparkCycleworks My thought when I saw the Javelin is that those acrylic panels would make great light up advertisement/logo panels. Great job on both your new releases!

@@longrove5710 we love that idea. We're planning on trying some things with laser engraving them soon!

They start shipping early July so probably then

As much as possible yes!

Far from it… I just test rode it two weeks ago up in Connecticut, you can always adjust handlebar height by adding a riser.If that doesn’t work-you can adjust The suspension system. It’s all about getting the appropriate bike fit, remember you’re not peddling so there shouldn’t be much stress to your hips.

@@marsiloficino5060 sorry but your full of crap son that type of seat is living HELL looks good but noooooo

Thank you!

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