Bicycles
Segways

Bicycles

All of the information in this section also applies to mopeds.

Bicycles must be registered and display a current Centre Region permit. Permits must be picked up at the Parking Office Room 1 Eisenhower Parking Deck with-in 10 days of registration.
Note: Permits will be available for pick up during regular business hours immediately after registration is complete. Any bicycle without a current permit properly displayed is considered unregistered, and subject to receiving the appropriate violation. Upon expiration of the two-year permit, the bicycle must be reregistered.

Registration

Registration is free.

Register your bike online

The permit issued on the University Park campus is identical to the one issued by the Borough of State College. Bicycles registered by the Borough of State College are valid on the University Park campus, and those registered at University Park are valid in the Borough of State College.

Registrations and/or permits are not transferable. In the event of the sale of a bicycle, or transfer of ownership, the new owner must register the vehicle in his or her name.

Requirements for Registration
Each bicycle, in order to be registered and issued a permit, must be in a safe mechanical operating condition and be equipped as follows:

1. A red reflector on the rear, visible for a distance of up to 500 feet
2. A headlamp is required if the bicycle is operated at night. The headlamp must be visible for a distance of 500 feet.
3. An amber reflector on each side of the bicycle

Placement of Permit
The permit must be affixed to the middle of the seat tube or be visible on the seat post (if it is a racing bicycle), and the permit must face the front of the bicycle. The post or seat tube must be clean and dry for the permit to adhere properly.

Segways

All Segways, including those operated by students, visitors, and employees, must be registered. You must come to the Parking Office or Fleet Operations and take a short test before registering your Segway.

When you register, you will receive a color-coded registration sticker to be affixed to your Segway. Registration stickers must be prominently displayed to ensure easy and rapid identification of users in the event that enforcement action is needed.

Penn State's Policy SY16 Regulations for bicycles, moped, skateboards, scooter, in-line skates, roller skates, and electric personal assistive mobility devices.