E-Bike laws in New Jersey

E-Bike Laws in New Jersey

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Helmet
Helmet required for riders under 17
Throttle
New Jersey classifies low speed electric bicycles in N.J.S.A. 39 1 1 Class 1 pedal assist 20 mph Class 2 throttle 20 mph
Trails
Allowed on roads bike lanes and paths where bicycles permitted Class 3 defined separately as motorized bicycle
Min age
Minimum age 15 for Class 2 operation
Licensing
No registration or license for Class 1 and 2 required Class 3 requires moped license
Classes
Two class system adopted with Class 3 remaining motorized bicycle category

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in New Jersey ?
Helmet required for riders under 17
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
New Jersey classifies low speed electric bicycles in N.J.S.A. 39 1 1 Class 1 pedal assist 20 mph Class 2 throttle 20 mph
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Allowed on roads bike lanes and paths where bicycles permitted Class 3 defined separately as motorized bicycle
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 15 for Class 2 operation
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No registration or license for Class 1 and 2 required Class 3 requires moped license
Does New Jersey use the 3-class system?
Two class system adopted with Class 3 remaining motorized bicycle category

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Information on this page is provided for reference and may not reflect the most current laws. Always verify local and state regulations before riding.

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