Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet required for riders under 16
- Class System
- Class 3 not codified devices exceeding Class 1 or Class 2 may be treated as motorized bicycles
- Min Age
- No statewide minimum age for Class 1 or Class 2 operation
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Class 1 and Class 2 recognized under MGL c 90 s 1
- License/Reg
- No registration license or insurance for statutory e bikes under 750W
- Trail Access
- Allowed where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by municipality
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet required for riders under 16
Is the throttle legal?
Class 1 and Class 2 recognized under MGL c 90 s 1
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by municipality
Is there an age limit?
No statewide minimum age for Class 1 or Class 2 operation
Do I need insurance?
No registration license or insurance for statutory e bikes under 750W
City Guides in Massachusetts
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.