NYS E-Bike and Scooter Laws
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MINIMU M AGE E-BIKE CLASSES
ie fe ‘eh . at least 16 years
) wits old to operate
| ld ) E  anelectric bike 7 ars MD
a or electric scooter
in New York State. * Pedal assist only © Throttle allowed e Pedal assist only
‘ d * Max assisted | e Max speed: © Max assisted
d: 20 MPH 20 MPH d: 25 MPH
WHERE CAN THEY shi | wi
BE RIDDEN? &) Helmet required in many situations,
Roads with speed L including all riders in New York City.
limits of 30 MPH gpa .
or less = » HELMETS B NO LICENSE
ins = 5 REQUIRED
Bike lanes A Required for riders
where available XA age 16-17 on (7) No driver's license
16-17 e-scooters. : ¢
@ No registration
oP, . Required for certain :
@,@ Not on sidewalks Class 3 e-bike riders. || €@ No insurance
wy (unless local law required
specifically allows it) ie. Strongly recommended for legal e-bikes
for everyone. and e-scooters.
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A PARENTS: If your child is under 16,
Aa they CANNOT legally operate an |
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re % . e-bike or e-scooter on public roads \ a |
—_——! in New York State. , aw
Local laws may vary.
Always ride safely and
follow all traffic laws.
Be Legal.
Source: New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law § 1111-c, § 1111-d, § 1231