ColoradoElectric bicycle classes, age, helmets, and paths
Colorado defines three e-bike classes. Class 3 requires a speedometer; operators under 16 may not operate Class 3, and riders under 18 on Class 3 must wear a helmet. Class 1 and 2 may use bicycle paths unless prohibited; Class 3 use is limited to paths adjacent to a street/highway or locally permitted paths. Local governments may restrict e-bikes on paths.
- Code
- C.R.S. §§ 42-1-102(28.5), 42-4-111, 42-4-1412 Colorado electric-bicycle statutes
- Applies to
- statewide
Colorado SpringsClass-based e-bike use on City trails and open space
Class 1 e-bikes may use designated urban and regional City trails under the phased policy beginning July 1, 2025. All classes are barred on City open-space land; Class 2 and 3 remain prohibited on City trails. The City Code classifies Class 1 as nonmotorized and Classes 2 and 3 as motorized.
- Code
- Colorado Springs Code § 4.1.101; Ord. 25-30; City Parks and PRCS rules Colorado Springs e-bike trail rule
- Applies to
- city
- Effective
- Tue Jul 01 2025 00:00:00 GMT-0700 (Pacific Daylight Time)
