Quick Reference
- Helmet Rule
- Helmet recommended not mandatory statewide
- Class System
- Three-class framework codified in 2019 Wisconsin Act 34
- Min Age
- Minimum age 16 for Class 3
- Throttle (Class 2)
- Wisconsin Statutes §340.01(15ph) defines three classes of electric bicycles ≤750W
- License/Reg
- No registration or driver license required
- Trail Access
- Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed except Class 3 prohibited on bike paths unless allowed by local ordinance
Detailed Regulations
Do I need a helmet?
Helmet recommended not mandatory statewide
Is the throttle legal?
Wisconsin Statutes §340.01(15ph) defines three classes of electric bicycles ≤750W
Can I ride on trails?
Allowed wherever bicycles are allowed except Class 3 prohibited on bike paths unless allowed by local ordinance
Is there an age limit?
Minimum age 16 for Class 3
Do I need insurance?
No registration or driver license required
City Guides in Wisconsin
Laws subject to change. Verify locally.