I found this interesting reading and not just because I agree

key quotes
"I’m writing because I care deeply about where bicycles — and electric bicycles — are headed. We are at a crossroads. The decisions we make about language, power limits, and definitions will determine whether Class 1 e-bikes remain accepted as bicycles — or get grouped with much more powerful machines that don’t belong in the same category.It’s time to define our language and it’s time to draw a line in the sand of when e-bikes become too powerful"

"Today, the term “e-bike” is used to describe everything from a lightweight pedal-assist mountain bike to electric mopeds and full-blown electric motorcycles. That lack of precision creates confusion—and conflict—with land managers, other trail users, parents, and lawmakers.

If we don’t define our terms, others will define them for us.

Ideally, “e-bike” would mean one thing: A Class 1 pedal-assist bicycle with a maximum assist speed of 20 mph, no throttle, and a motor not exceeding 750 watts of peak power."

"We need distinct names for distinct machines:

• E-bicycle (EMTB): Class 1 pedal-assist only (20 mph max assist, 750 watts max peak power)
  
• E-moped: Throttle-equipped or faster than 20 mph or exceeding 750 watts, incl. Class 2&3
  
• E-motorcycle: High-power electric motorcycles well beyond bicycle-level performance
  

Clear labeling should be mandatory. Every electric vehicle should visibly state its category, assist speed, and peak motor power. This isn’t about enforcement — it’s about clarity and accountability."


https://www.bicycleretailer.com/opin...7eJ9a-bdNWu23g