Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- No statewide helmet requirement for e bikes helmets recommended
- Class System
- Three class system codified in §307.180
- Min Age
- Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operators
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Missouri defines electric assisted bicycles in RSMo §307.180 Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
- License/Reg
- No license registration or insurance required
- Trail Access
- Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed unless prohibited by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from some bike and shared use paths
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
No statewide helmet requirement for e bikes helmets recommended
Is the throttle legal?
Missouri defines electric assisted bicycles in RSMo §307.180 Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed unless prohibited by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from some bike and shared use paths
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operators
Do I need insurance?
No license registration or insurance required
City Guides in Missouri
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.