Legal guide for E-bikes & E-Scooters in Australia
🛵 E-BIKE LEGAL GUIDE (Australia)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 250W for pedal-assist / 200W for throttle-controlled |
| Speed Limit | Motor must cut off at 25 km/h |
| License & Registration | Not required for compliant e-bikes |
| Age Restrictions | None for pedal-assist; 16+ may be required for throttle-only in some states |
| Road Rules | Same as bicycles (bike lanes, lights at night, etc.) |
| Helmet | Mandatory |
| NSW Exception | Allows up to 500W |
| Other States | 250W (pedal-assist) / 200W (throttle) |
| 750W E-Bikes | ❌ Not legal on public roads – exceeds AU standard (EN15194) |
🛴 E-SCOOTER LEGAL GUIDE (By State)
| State/Territory | Legal Use | Min. Age | Helmet | Speed Limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WA | ✅ Permitted | 16+ | ✅ | 10 km/h (footpaths), 25 km/h (paths/roads) |
| QLD | ✅ Permitted | 12+ (supervised), 16+ | ✅ | 12 km/h (footpaths), 25 km/h (paths/roads) |
| ACT | ✅ Permitted | Not specified | ✅ | 15 km/h (footpaths), 25 km/h (shared/bike paths) |
| TAS | ✅ Allowed (some zones) | Not specified | ✅ | 20 km/h (local roads) |
| NSW | ⚠️ Trials only | Not specified | ✅ | Trial areas only; private e-scooters = ❌ |
| VIC | ⚠️ Trials only | Not specified | ✅ | Limited to shared trials; personal use = ❌ |
| SA | ⚠️ Trials only | Not specified | ✅ | Only in specified trial areas |
| NT | ⚠️ Trials only | Not specified | ✅ | Shared e-scooters allowed; private = ❌ |