Human-powered party bikes have grown into several families of vehicles for a variety of purposes, including tourist rentals and private touring.
A modern tourist party bike usually features open seating for eight or more riders in a sociable configuration.
[1][5][6] In many European municipalities, it is legal to consume alcohol while pedaling or riding on the party bike, provided the driver is not imbibing.
However, strict state-based open container laws in the United States prevent most party bike passengers from consuming alcohol while on board except in certain municipalities.
[10] Problems with noise and traffic jams led to a ban on beer bikes in the centre of Amsterdam from the end of 2017.
[13] The ConferenceBike is a 7-seat human powered vehicle created by artist Eric Staller and manufactured in The Netherlands.
[15][16] The Washington, D.C. Veterans Health Administration Medical Center has a ConferenceBike that was donated by Eric Staller's father.