E-Bikes in Birmingham — Where You Can Ride

Downtown connectors, ridge views, and rail‑trail links. Warm seasons and afternoon showers.

State Law — Alabama

Classification

Three-class system (≤750W) with manufacturer label required (class number, top assisted speed, motor wattage). Class 3 must have a speedometer.

Helmet

Helmet required for all Class 3 operators and passengers (CPSC/ASTM standard).

Throttle rules

Class 1/3 are pedal-assist only (assist cuts at 20 mph and 28 mph, respectively); Class 2 may use a throttle up to 20 mph. Post-modification label update required.

Trail access

E-bikes may ride where bicycles are allowed (streets, bike lanes, multi-use paths). Local authorities may prohibit Class 1/2 on certain bike/multi-use paths and may prohibit Class 3 on those paths. Natural-surface non-motorized trails are excluded from this local-ban authority.

Minimum age

Class 3: 16+ to operate (under 16 may ride only as a passenger if the bike is designed to carry passengers).

Licensing / Registration

No driver’s license, registration, title, insurance, or tag requirements for e-bikes as defined in the statute. E-bikes have the same rights/duties as bicycles.

Where to Ride E-Bikes in Birmingham, Alabama (Routes & Maps)

Jones Valley Trail

5.0 mi · +60 ft

Links parks and neighborhoods.

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Rotary Trail

2.0 mi · +20 ft

Urban linear park; red arch.

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Vulcan Trail

4.0 mi · +180 ft

Great city overlook.

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Service & Maintenance

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