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North Dakota e-bike laws
- ClassesClass 1, 2 and 3; 750 W or less (N.D.C.C. 39-01-01)
- Age & helmetNo statewide rule found (e-bike section 39-10.1-09 and the bicycle chapter 39-10.1 have none) · Class 3 riders under 18 (39-10.1-09(7)); no rule for Class 1/2 or in the general bicycle chapter
- Local rules on fileNone yet: state law applies
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Statewide rules
| E-bike classes allowed | Class 1, 2 and 3; 750 W or less (N.D.C.C. 39-01-01) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | No statewide rule found (e-bike section 39-10.1-09 and the bicycle chapter 39-10.1 have none) |
| Helmet rule | Class 3 riders under 18 (39-10.1-09(7)); no rule for Class 1/2 or in the general bicycle chapter |
| Where you can ride | Bicycle rules apply on roads (ch. 39-10.1); any bicycle path or multi-use path unless a governmental entity prohibits it (39-10.1-09(5)) |
| License / registration | Not a 'motor vehicle' (39-01-01), including for registration, title and operator's licenses; ND DOT Vision Zero confirms no driver's license, registration or insurance |
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.
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No local e-bike rules on file for North Dakota yet. State law applies until we verify a county or city rule.
Local rules change. Cities, counties and park agencies update their rules often. Check the linked source before you ride.
Sources
- https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t39c01.pdf
- https://ndlegis.gov/cencode/t39c10-1.pdf
- https://www.visionzero.nd.gov/e-bike
This is a summary, not legal advice. Local rules can be stricter; check the sources above.
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