E-Bike laws in Washington

E-Bike Laws in Washington

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Helmet
Helmet laws set locally none statewide
Throttle
Washington Revised Code §46.61.710 defines Class 1/2/3 e-bikes ≤750 W
Trails
Class 1 and 2 may use multiuse paths Class 3 restricted to roads or adjacent paths unless local rule allows
Min age
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Licensing
No driver license registration or insurance required
Classes
Three-class framework codified under RCW 46.61.710

FAQ

Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in Washington?
Helmet laws set locally none statewide
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
Washington Revised Code §46.61.710 defines Class 1/2/3 e-bikes ≤750 W
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Class 1 and 2 may use multiuse paths Class 3 restricted to roads or adjacent paths unless local rule allows
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No driver license registration or insurance required
Does Washington use the 3-class system?
Three-class framework codified under RCW 46.61.710

Sources

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