Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you buy through them I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Read the disclosure.
Partly verified · Last checked
Indiana e-bike laws
| E-bike classes allowed | Class 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). Class 1 and 2 speeds not verified (IC 9-13-2-26.6/26.7 not read) |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | Under 15 may not operate a Class 3 |
| Helmet rule | Required for riders under 18 on a Class 3 |
| Where you can ride | Anywhere bicycles may go; Class 1 and 2 may use paths; Class 3 barred from paths unless adjacent to a roadway or locally authorized |
| License / registration | None; an e-bike is not a motor vehicle (IC 9-21-11-13.1) |
Sources
- https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/9#9-13-2-49.2
- https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/9#9-13-2-26.8
- https://iga.in.gov/laws/2026/ic/titles/9#9-21-11-13.1
This is a summary, not legal advice. Local rules can be stricter; check the sources above.