Is a Xich lo a bicycle?


Daniel asked: I have an actual Vietnamese xich lo. If unfamiliar with a xich lo, it is basically a bicycle frame that has a place for passengers to ride attached to its front. Its probably easier just to Google it. Anyway, I can’t seem to find anything governing its use on a public street. Do you all happen to know how the Florida traffic laws would apply to a xich lo?


This vehicle is similar to a pedicab, but the passengers in a pedicab are normally in the rear.

It is a human powered vehicle and can be operated on the roadway following all the laws related to bicycling..

s. 316.2065Bicycle Regulations


It also seems to meet the statutory definition of “bicycle”.

s. 316.003Definitions


There are additional requirements for seating for a bicycle.

s. 316.2065Bicycle Regulations



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