E-Bike laws in Alabama

E-Bike Laws in Alabama

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Helmet
Helmet required for all Class 3 operators and passengers (CPSC/ASTM standard).
Throttle
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.
Trails
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.
Min age
Class 3: 16+ to operate (under 16 may ride only as a passenger if the bike is designed to carry passengers).
Licensing
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.
Classes
Three-class system (≤750W) with manufacturer label required (class number, top assisted speed, motor wattage). Class 3 must have a speedometer.

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in Alabama?
Helmet required for all Class 3 operators and passengers (CPSC/ASTM standard).
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
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.
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
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.
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Class 3: 16+ to operate (under 16 may ride only as a passenger if the bike is designed to carry passengers).
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
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.
Does Alabama use the 3-class system?
Three-class system (≤750W) with manufacturer label required (class number, top assisted speed, motor wattage). Class 3 must have a speedometer.

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