E-bikes and speed pedelecs by country
Last reviewed: 9 October 2026
Rules for electrically assisted bicycles and faster speed pedelecs: class, age, helmet, licence, plates and cycle paths. Pick a country for the full list of rules, each with its official source.
| Country | Legal class | Minimum age | Helmet | Licence | Plate and insurance | Cycle paths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Motor vehicle | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence needed | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules apply Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Netherlands | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped (bromfiets) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No minimum age Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 16 years | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence AM | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Neither required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Plate and insurance | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle path allowed Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Not on cycle path |
| United Kingdom | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Pedal cycle (EAPC) Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped or motorcycle | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): 14 years Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): At least 16 for a moped. The age for a motorcycle depends on the licence category. | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence needed | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Not required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Registered, taxed, insured | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle paths allowed Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Road only |
| France | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped (cyclomoteur) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 14 years (AM or BSR) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 12 only Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): AM or BSR | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Neither required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Plate and insurance | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules apply Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Only if authorised locally |
| Spain | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle (EPAC) Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped / motor vehicle | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Interurban; under 16 anywhere Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence needed | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No registration Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Registered and insured | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Italy | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle (velocipede) Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped (ciclomotore) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 14 (no passenger); 16 | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence (AM) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Certificate and plate | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use cycle paths Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
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| Mexico | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Non-motorised vehicle Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No registration | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Ireland | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped rules (L1e-B e-moped) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No minimum age stated Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 16 years | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Motorcycle helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No driving licence needed. Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Category AM and IBT | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Neither required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Registered and taxed; insured if throttle | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle and bus lanes allowed Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Not in cycle or bus lanes |
| Australia | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Poland | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 16 only Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use marked cycle paths Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Portugal | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle tracks preferred, not compulsory |
| Belgium | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 16 years | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence AM | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Sweden | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Helmet required under 15 Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Use cycle path where there is one Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Austria | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Motor vehicle (Motorfahrrad) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): 12 (younger: supervised or permit) Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 15 (class AM) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Required under 14 Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Class AM | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Plate and insurance | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules apply Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Greece | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 12: accompanied by someone 16+ Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Recommended, not required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Not listed for bicycles Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use a bicycle lane where there is one Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Switzerland | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped (Motorfahrrad) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): 16 years (14 with category M) Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 14 years (category M) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No helmet duty Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Category M | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Plate, insurance vignette and insurance | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use signed cycle path Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Must use signed cycle path |
| Denmark | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): None Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 15 years (trial scheme) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Cycle helmet (trial scheme) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Riders under 18 need a moped licence (knallertkørekort) or must be covered by the licence scheme for 17-year-old car drivers. The page states no licence rule for riders aged 18 or over. | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Liability insurance (ansvarsforsikring) is required. The page does not say whether a registration plate is needed. | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules apply: where a cycle path exists, cyclists use it, on the right-hand side of the road unless signs say otherwise. Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Cycle path allowed (trial scheme) |
| Czechia | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 10: with a supervisor over 15 Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 18 only Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence of the matching group | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No plate, no compulsory insurance Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use cycle lanes and paths Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Hungary | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): Bicycle if motor is up to 300 W | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): Under 12: not on main roads Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): No duty; helmet allows 50 km/h outside towns Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): No registration or compulsory insurance Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Bicycle with motor assistance up to 300 W (kerékpár): Must use cycle paths alongside the road Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Finland | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Helmet generally required Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Right-hand shoulder; under 12 may use pavement Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Norway | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped rules | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet only if classed as a moped | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Licence only if classed as a moped | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Roadway, cycle paths, pavement at 6 km/h max Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Croatia | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle rules Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Moped | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): 14 years Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): 15 years (AM) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 16 only Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): Helmet required | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No licence Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): AM | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle path or lane where available Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Romania | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Treated as a bicycle Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Age 14 Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Under 16 on the carriageway Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): No registration or plate Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Must use a cycle path where provided Riding on public roads, Speed pedelec (assistance above 25 km/h, up to 45 km/h): ⚠ Not yet verified |
| Japan | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Bicycle (if it meets the assist standard) | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Duty of effort | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Not needed | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): ⚠ Not yet verified | Riding on public roads, Pedelec (assistance up to 25 km/h, 250 W): Cycle track; pavement only in limited cases |
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This comparison covers national rules, and for the United States, Canada and Mexico also state or provincial rules where the topic is set regionally. Other regional or local rules can apply on top of them, and rules change. A rule marked “to verify” has not yet been confirmed against an official source. Each country page links to the official sources, and those are the place to confirm the details before you act.
General information, not legal advice. Rules change: check the official source before you fly or ride.