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Minnesota e-bike laws
| E-bike classes allowed | 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 | Not yet verified |
Sources
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/169.222
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/169.011
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/168.002
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/171.01
- https://www.revisor.mn.gov/statutes/cite/171.02
This is a summary, not legal advice. Local rules can be stricter; check the sources above.