North Dakota e-bike laws (2026)
State law summary
North Dakota e-bike rules summarized below.
Source: ndlegis.gov
Last reviewed 2026-07-07
The rules at a glance
| Classification system | Three-class system (NDCC 39-10.1-09, definitions 39-01-01) |
| Helmet requirement | Class 3: required under 18 |
| Minimum age | No general minimum; Class 3 helmet required under 18 |
| Throttle rules | Class 2 permitted to 20 mph |
| License / registration | No license or registration |
| Where e-bikes may ride | Bicycle and multi-use paths unless prohibited |
Paths & greenways by class (state default)
Class 1 ✅ AllowedClass 2 ✅ AllowedClass 3 ✅ Allowed
NDCC 39-10.1-09: paths open unless prohibited; Class 3 needs a speedometer.
Change history
- 2026-07-07 — Cross-checked with NDCC 39-10.1: path defaults, labels, Class 3 speedometer and under-18 helmet confirmed.
Common questions
Do you need a license for an e-bike in North Dakota?
No license or registration
Are Class 3 e-bikes legal in North Dakota?
See where-you-can-ride rules above.
Do you have to wear a helmet on an e-bike in North Dakota?
Class 3: required under 18
Can you ride an e-bike on paths and greenways in North Dakota?
NDCC 39-10.1-09: paths open unless prohibited; Class 3 needs a speedometer.
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