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Indiana e-bike laws

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Statewide rules

E-bike classes allowedClass 1, 2 and 3 (IC 9-13-2-49.2): motor 750 W or less; Class 3 is pedal-assist only and cuts off at 28 mph (IC 9-13-2-26.8).
Minimum ageUnder 15 may not operate a Class 3
Helmet ruleRequired for riders under 18 on a Class 3
Where you can rideAnywhere bicycles may go; Class 1 and 2 may use paths; Class 3 barred from paths unless adjacent to a roadway or locally authorized
License / registrationNone; an e-bike is not a motor vehicle (IC 9-21-11-13.1)

County & city rules

Highlighted counties have local e-bike rules we've checked against an official source. Everywhere else, state law applies. Parks, trails and HOAs can still post their own rules.

Local rules on file State law applies

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PlaceWhat's restrictedWhereSourceChecked
Indiana DNR propertiesNo property-specific rule listed.Paved, concrete or gravel trails: Class 1 and 2. Natural-surface trails: Class 1 only. Interlake and Redbird motorized properties: Class 1.Official page

Indiana DNR properties

Park or trail rule · Checked

Classes
E-bikes go only where regular bikes are allowed.
Trails & paths
Paved, concrete or gravel trails: Class 1 and 2. Natural-surface trails: Class 1 only. Interlake and Redbird motorized properties: Class 1.
Age & helmet
No property-specific rule listed.

Source: in.gov

Local rules change. Cities, counties and park agencies update their rules often. Check the linked source before you ride.

Sources

This is a summary, not legal advice. Local rules can be stricter; check the sources above.

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