Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet required for all riders under 16 statewide
- Class System
- Three class framework not formally adopted statewide but functionally follows Class 1 and 2 pattern
- Min Age
- Minimum age 15 to operate
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Hawaii defines e bikes as bicycles equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor less than 750 watts
- License/Reg
- No registration or insurance for e bikes under 750W but must obey bicycle rules
- Trail Access
- Allowed on streets and bicycle paths where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by ordinance
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet required for all riders under 16 statewide
Is the throttle legal?
Hawaii defines e bikes as bicycles equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor less than 750 watts
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed on streets and bicycle paths where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by ordinance
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 15 to operate
Do I need insurance?
No registration or insurance for e bikes under 750W but must obey bicycle rules
City Guides in Hawaii
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.