Electric bicycle licensing, registration, helmets, and access
Since July 2026, New Jersey requires e-bike riders to be at least 15 and requires e-bike registration and an e-bike or driver license; motorized bicycles also require insurance. MVC guidance requires helmets for all e-bike riders. The statute distinguishes low-speed pedal-assist e-bikes from motorized bicycles rather than using a conventional three-class system. Path managers may restrict access; natural-surface nonmotorized trails require permission.
- Code
- P.L. 2025, c. 285; N.J.S.A. §§ 39:1-1 et seq. New Jersey Public Law 2025, Chapter 285
- Applies to
- statewide
- Effective
- Wed Jul 01 2026 00:00:00 GMT-0700 (Pacific Daylight Time)
