E-Rideables in Victoria

E-Rideables like E-Scooters and E -Bikes are becoming a popular and convenient way to travel. They can help people get around quickly and reduce traffic and pollution, but they can also be dangerous if used incorrectly or illegally. It is important that riders, parents, carers, and the wider community understand the laws, safety rules, and the circumstances in which these devices can and cannot be used.

To keep everyone safe, all riders must follow the rules. Breaking the rules can lead to heavy fines or losing your driver’s licence if you have one.

E-Scooter Rules

• Riders must be 16 years or older
• You must wear a helmet
• Ride only on:
  • Bicycle paths
  • Shared-use paths
  • Roads with a speed limit of 60 km/h or less
• Your E-Scooter must be legal:
  • Maximum power output: 200 watts
  • Maximum speed capability: 25 km/h
  • Maximum weight: 45 kg
• In public areas, E-Scooters must travel at 20 km/h or below
• Do not ride under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Do not carry passengers or animals
• Do not ride on footpaths.

The TAC, Transport Victoria and Victoria Police have developed the following safety resources and campaigns to help Victorians ride safely.

E-Scooters in Victoria

TAC E- scooter Emergencies Episode 1

TAC E- scooter Emergencies Episode 2

TAC E- scooter Emergencies Episode 3

E-Scooters in Victoria fact sheet

Electric powered scooters (e-scooters) | Road safety | Victoria Police

E-Bike riders must follow the same road rules as other bicycle riders:

• Wear an approved helmet
• Don’t use a mobile phone while riding
• Use lights and reflectors in low-light conditions
• Ride on the road and shared paths (not the footpath), unless you are:
• 12 years or under
• supervising a child 12 years or under
• holding a valid medical exemption
• an adult riding with a child in a bike seat or approved bike attachment with pedals

Legal E-Bikes 

Legal E-Bikes must have working pedals and:

• Have a maximum motor power of 250 watts
• Only assist while pedalling
• Cut out at 25 km/h
• Only use throttle up to 6 km/hb
• Or have a maximum motor power of 200 watts

Illegal E-Bikes are treated as unregistered motor cycles and may result in fines. Most E-Bikes use lithium-ion batteries, which can be dangerous if damaged, poorly made, or incorrectly charged.

The TAC, Transport Victoria and Victoria Police have developed the following safety resources and campaigns to help Victorians ride safely.

Electric bikes | Rules and safety requirements in Victoria - Transport Victoria

Electric bike (e-bike) safety