Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet required for Class 3 riders and passengers under 18 no statewide adult mandate.
- Class System
- Three class system adopted under Colorado Revised Statutes.
- Min Age
- Class 3 minimum age 16 under 16 may ride as passenger on a bike designed for it.
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Three class system with labeling required class top speed and motor wattage Class 2 throttle 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph.
- License/Reg
- No driver license registration or insurance required for electric bicycles.
- Trail Access
- Local governments may restrict e bikes on certain paths check city and county rules.
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet required for Class 3 riders and passengers under 18 no statewide adult mandate.
Is the throttle legal?
Three class system with labeling required class top speed and motor wattage Class 2 throttle 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph.
Can I ride on trails?
Local governments may restrict e bikes on certain paths check city and county rules.
Is there an age limit?
Class 3 minimum age 16 under 16 may ride as passenger on a bike designed for it.
Do I need insurance?
No driver license registration or insurance required for electric bicycles.
City Guides in Colorado
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.