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Minnesota e-bike laws
ClassesClass 1, 2, 3 and multiple-mode e-bikes (label required)
Age & helmetUnder 15 may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle (any class) · No statewide rule found (169.222, which holds both the bicycle and e-bike rules, has none)
Class 1, 2, 3 and multiple-mode e-bikes (label required)
Minimum age
Under 15 may not operate an electric-assisted bicycle (any class)
Helmet rule
No statewide rule found (169.222, which holds both the bicycle and e-bike rules, has none)
Where you can ride
Same as bicycles (shoulder, bike lane, bike route). Class 1 and 2 may use bike paths/trails/shared-use paths with the motor on unless prohibited under 85.015. Class 3 and multiple-mode may use them unless the managing authority prohibits it. Natural-surface nonmotorized trails may be regulated.
License / registration
Checking with official source
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.
