Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet required for riders under 18 on any motorized or e-bike device
- Class System
- Three-class framework adopted 2016 SB 121
- Min Age
- Minimum age 14 to operate Class 3
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Utah Code §41-6a-102 and §41-6a-1115 define three classes ≤750 W. Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 28 mph
- License/Reg
- No registration license or insurance required
- Trail Access
- Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed except Class 3 on shared use paths unless authorized locally
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet required for riders under 18 on any motorized or e-bike device
Is the throttle legal?
Utah Code §41-6a-102 and §41-6a-1115 define three classes ≤750 W. Class 1 and 2 assist 20 mph Class 3 28 mph
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed except Class 3 on shared use paths unless authorized locally
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 14 to operate Class 3
Do I need insurance?
No registration license or insurance required
City Guides in Utah
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.