E-Bike Laws · ND
North Dakota
Verified from statute
3-class system
- Yes — Class 1, 2, 3 with a motor of 750 W or less; label required; 16 CFR 1512; no tampering unless the label is replaced. [N.D.C.C. §39-10.1-09]
Age limits
- §39-10.1-09 sets no minimum operating age. [N.D.C.C. §39-10.1-09]
Helmets
- Under 18 may not operate a Class 3 without a safety helmet. [N.D.C.C. §39-10.1-09(7)]
Where you can ride
- Any e-bike may use any bicycle or multi-use path unless the governing entity prohibits it. [N.D.C.C. §39-10.1-09(5)]
License / registration / insurance
Not verified yet — check official source: North Dakota DMV / motor vehicles (official)
Speed & equipment
- Class 3 must have a functioning speedometer. [N.D.C.C. §39-10.1-09(6)]
Local city rules in North Dakota
Cities not listed follow North Dakota state law. We list only cities with their own e-bike rules, verified from official sources. General bicycle rules in a city's code (such as sidewalk riding) can still apply to e-bikes, so check your municipal code too.
No city-specific e-bike rules verified yet.
Official sources
- N.D.C.C. ch. 39-10.1 (§39-10.1-09)
- N.D.C.C. ch. 39-01 (definitions)
- North Dakota statutes (official)
- North Dakota DMV / motor vehicles (official)
- 15 U.S.C. §2085 (Cornell LII)
Last verified: Oct 2026. This is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules vary — always confirm with the linked official source or local authorities.
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