Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet strongly recommended, no statewide law for e-bikes
- Class System
- Uses general bicycle regulations under Alaska Statutes Title 28
- Min Age
- No statewide age limit, local authorities may impose
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Follows federal 750W definition, throttle assist up to 20 mph, no separate class system codified
- License/Reg
- No license or registration for standard e-bikes
- Trail Access
- Allowed wherever bicycles are permitted unless restricted locally
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet strongly recommended, no statewide law for e-bikes
Is the throttle legal?
Follows federal 750W definition, throttle assist up to 20 mph, no separate class system codified
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed wherever bicycles are permitted unless restricted locally
Is there an age limit?
No statewide age limit, local authorities may impose
Do I need insurance?
No license or registration for standard e-bikes
City Guides in Alaska
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.