Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet not required statewide
- Class System
- Three class framework codified in state statute
- Min Age
- No statewide minimum age specified
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Three class system in Minn Stat 169.011 and 169.222 Class 1 and Class 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
- License/Reg
- No registration or licensing required for statutory e bikes
- Trail Access
- Allowed where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by the managing authority Class 3 may use bike paths unless prohibited
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet not required statewide
Is the throttle legal?
Three class system in Minn Stat 169.011 and 169.222 Class 1 and Class 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed where bicycles are permitted unless restricted by the managing authority Class 3 may use bike paths unless prohibited
Is there an age limit?
No statewide minimum age specified
Do I need insurance?
No registration or licensing required for statutory e bikes
City Guides in Minnesota
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.