88R9955 JRR-D By: Hayes H.B. No. 2433 A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT relating to the definition of a motorcycle. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 541.201(9), Transportation Code, is amended to read as follows: (9) "Motorcycle" means a motor vehicle[, other than a tractor or moped,] that, as originally manufactured: (A) is equipped with a seat or [rider's] saddle that requires the rider to sit astride; (B) is [and] designed to operate on [have when propelled] not more than three wheels in contact with [on] the ground; (C) uses handlebars for steering; (D) uses handlebars and foot controls for acceleration and braking; and (E) is capable of reaching a speed of more than 30 miles per hour. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2023.