For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions apply unless the context clearly requires a different meaning.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. Liability insurance coverage on a motorized bicycle in an amount not less than is required by applicable state law for motor vehicles operated on public highways within the state.
LICENSE. In accordance with I.C. 9-21-11-12, an identification card under I.C. 9-24, a permit under I.C. 9-24, an operator’s license under I.C. 9-24, a chauffeur’s license under I.C. 9-24 or a public passenger chauffeur’s license under I.C. 9-24.
MOTORIZED BICYCLE.
(1) In accordance with the terms of I.C. 9-21-11 et seq., a two- or three-wheeled vehicle which is propelled by an internal combustion engine or a battery-powered motor having:
(a) A cylinder capacity less than 50 cubic centimeters; and
(b) An automatic transmission.
(2) If a vehicle has a cylinder capacity greater than or equal to 50 cubic centimeters or does not have an automatic transmission, then said vehicle shall be considered a motor scooter or a motorcycle and shall explicitly not be considered a MOTORIZED BICYCLE, and said vehicle shall be subject to all laws of the state governing the operation and registration of motor vehicles, motor scooters and motorcycles.
(3) The term MOTORIZED BICYCLE shall also explicitly exclude an electric personal assistive mobility device.
(4) In the event of any conflict between the definition set forth in this section and the definition of MOTORIZED BICYCLE set forth in the State Code, the definition of MOTORIZED BICYCLE set forth in the State Code shall govern.
(Ord. 2009-20, passed 2-1-2010)