Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet required for riders under 16
- Class System
- Three class system codified in §31-19.4
- Min Age
- Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operation
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Rhode Island General Laws §31-19.4 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes Class 3 28 mph speedometer required
- License/Reg
- No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
- Trail Access
- Allowed on roads bike lanes and shared-use paths unless restricted by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from shared-use unless posted
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet required for riders under 16
Is the throttle legal?
Rhode Island General Laws §31-19.4 defines Class 1 2 3 e bikes Class 3 28 mph speedometer required
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed on roads bike lanes and shared-use paths unless restricted by local ordinance Class 3 restricted from shared-use unless posted
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3 operation
Do I need insurance?
No license registration or insurance for statutory e bikes
City Guides in Rhode Island
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.