E-Bike laws in Rhode Island

E-Bike Laws in Rhode Island

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Helmet
Helmet required for riders under 16
Throttle
Rhode Island General Laws §31-19.4 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes Class 3 28 mph speedometer required
Trails
Allowed on roads bike lanes and shared-use paths unless restricted by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from shared-use unless posted
Min age
Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operation
Licensing
No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
Classes
Three class system codified in §31-19.4

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in Rhode Island ?
Helmet required for riders under 16
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
Rhode Island General Laws §31-19.4 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes Class 3 28 mph speedometer required
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Allowed on roads bike lanes and shared-use paths unless restricted by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from shared-use unless posted
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operation
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
Does Rhode Island use the 3-class system?
Three class system codified in §31-19.4

Sources

City E-Bike Guides in Rhode Island

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