E-Bike laws in Hawaii

E-Bike Laws in Hawaii

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Helmet
Helmet required for all riders under 16 statewide
Throttle
Hawaii defines e bikes as bicycles equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor less than 750 watts
Trails
Allowed on streets and bicycle paths where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by ordinance
Min age
Minimum age 15 to operate
Licensing
No registration or insurance for e bikes under 750W but must obey bicycle rules
Classes
Three class framework not formally adopted statewide but functionally follows Class 1 and 2 pattern

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in Hawaii?
Helmet required for all riders under 16 statewide
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
Hawaii defines e bikes as bicycles equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor less than 750 watts
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Allowed on streets and bicycle paths where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by ordinance
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 15 to operate
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No registration or insurance for e bikes under 750W but must obey bicycle rules
Does Hawaii use the 3-class system?
Three class framework not formally adopted statewide but functionally follows Class 1 and 2 pattern

Sources

City E-Bike Guides in Hawaii

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