Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- No statewide helmet law for e bikes helmets recommended
- Class System
- Three class system codified in §39-01-01
- Min Age
- Minimum age 16 for Class 3
- Throttle (Class 2)
- North Dakota Century Code §39-01-01 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes. Class 1/2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
- License/Reg
- No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
- Trail Access
- Allowed where bicycles are allowed unless restricted locally
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
No statewide helmet law for e bikes helmets recommended
Is the throttle legal?
North Dakota Century Code §39-01-01 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes. Class 1/2 assist 20 mph Class 3 pedal assist 28 mph
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed where bicycles are allowed unless restricted locally
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Do I need insurance?
No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.