Utah E-Bike Laws & Safety Requirements
Utah’s e-bike laws changed in 2026, including new requirements for helmets, youth riders and e-bike modifications. During the September 15 City Council meeting, a Unified Fire Authority e-bike safety video was shown, highlighting important safe riding practices.
Here are a few key requirements for riders and parents to know.
E-Bike Rules
- Helmets: Riders under 21 must wear a helmet when riding an e-bike on a highway.
- Under 8: Children under 8 may not operate an e-bike on a highway.
- Under 16: Riders under 16 may not operate a Class 3 e-bike.
- Ages 8–15: Beginning May 5, 2027, riders ages 8–15 will need direct adult supervision or a Utah Department of Public Safety personal electric vehicle safety certificate to ride an e-bike on a highway.
- Modifications: It is illegal to modify an e-bike to increase its speed or power.
- Alcohol: Riders may not consume alcohol while operating an e-bike or operate one while impaired.
Know Your E-Bike Class
Utah recognizes three classes of e-bikes:
Class 1: Pedal assist up to 20 mph
Class 2: Throttle-assisted up to 20 mph
Class 3: Pedal assist up to 28 mph
Class 3 e-bikes are not permitted for riders under 16.
Ride Safely
E-bike riders must follow applicable bicycle and traffic laws. Ride in the same direction as traffic, obey signs and signals, yield to pedestrians and follow posted trail regulations. When riding on sidewalks or shared paths, slow down and give pedestrians the right of way.
Parents are encouraged to make sure young riders understand their e-bike’s classification and the rules that apply to them before riding.
For more information about Utah’s e-bike laws and safety requirements, visit the Utah Highway Safety Office’s E-Bike Safety page.