E-Bike Laws in West Virginia
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Helmet
Helmet required for all riders under 15 no e-bike-specific mandate
Throttle
West Virginia Code §17C-1-70 defines electric bicycles ≤750W following federal and three-class standards
Trails
Allowed where bicycles permitted unless restricted locally
Min age
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Licensing
No driver license or registration required
Classes
Three-class framework codified in §17C-1-70
FAQ
Do I need a helmet to ride an e-bike in West Virginia?
Helmet required for all riders under 15 no e-bike-specific mandate
Are throttle e-bikes (Class 2) legal?
West Virginia Code §17C-1-70 defines electric bicycles ≤750W following federal and three-class standards
Are e-bikes allowed on trails and multi-use paths?
Allowed where bicycles permitted unless restricted locally
What’s the minimum age to ride?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Do I need a license, registration, or insurance?
No driver license or registration required
Does West Virginia use the 3-class system?
Three-class framework codified in §17C-1-70
Sources
Information on this page is provided for reference and may not reflect the most current laws. Always verify local and state regulations before riding.
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