UL SUBJECT 2849

Abstract

Scope: This Outline covers the electrical systems of eBikes, electric scooters, and electric motorcycles. EBikes are defined as both Pedalec (pedal assist) and non-Pedalec types. Electric scooters and electric motorcycles are intended for over the road use. This Outline covers the on board electrical system, vehicle systems (which includes the combination of chargers and batteries) of eBikes, electric scooters, and electric motorcycles. When the battery is charged while integrated in the vehicle, the charging function is included in the scope of this Outline. If the battery is removed from the vehicle for charging, then the charging function is outside the scope of this Outline, however, the requirements for the charger still apply. This Outline does not cover any other electrically powered vehicle other than eBikes, electric scooters, and electric motorcycles, as defined within this document. Electrically powered scooters that are not intended for road use and are intended for personal mobility are covered under the Standard for Electrical Systems for Personal E-Mobility Devices, UL 2272. Requirements contained in 16 CFR Part 1512, Requirements for Bicycles, apply to eBikes. Verification of compliance with 16 CFR Part 1512 is outside the scope of this Outline.  Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) outlined under 49 CFR, Chapter V, apply to electric scooters and electric motorcycles. Compliance with these FMVSS documents is outside the scope of this Outline.