E-Scooter Essentials Kit

Rules for E-Scooter Riders

1. Reduce speed on footpaths

• Speed limit of 12km/h on footpaths and shared paths, unless otherwise signed. 

 2. Maximum speed limit

• Speed limit of 25km/h on bike paths and roads.

3. PMD riders must be 16 years old or older

• 12-15's may ride, but must be supervised by an adult. 

4. Know where you can ride

• Paths: Footpaths, shared paths, separated paths and bike paths
• Local streets (speed limit or 50km/h or less, no dividing line)
• On-road bike lanes (speed limit of 50km/h or less, or where the bike lane is physically separated from the road). 

5. Always wear a helmet

• Approved bicycle or motorcycle helmets are ok.
• Helmet straps must be fastened.
• Additional protective gear like elbow and knee pads and high visibility clothing is also recommended.

6. Leave your phone alone when riding

• Hand-held phone use, or resting it on any part of your body is illegal while riding.
• Using a phone in a cradle mounted to handlebars is ok if you are not distracted.

7. No doubling

• Passengers are not allowed, regardless of age or size. This
  includes children doubling with parents. 

8. General road rules apply for PMD riders

• Obey traffic lights and signs.
• Follow general road rules regarding giving way and making turns.
• Indicate when changing direction, either by hand signals or indicators.

9. Parking

• Park your PMD in designated parking areas.
• Don't block the path and keep clear of kerb ramps, building access and exits.
• Poor parking creates problems for other path users, particularly people with a disability.

10. Don't drink and ride

11. Warn pedestrians as you approach

• Devices with handlebars must have a bell. 

12. Use lights and reflectors after dark

Rules for E-Bike Riders

1. Motor Power Limits

• For pedal-assist e-bikes, the maximum motor power is 250W (500W in NSW).
• For throttle-assist e-bikes, the motor must not exceed 200W. Throttles on 250W motors are allowed but must be limited to 6 km/h (to help with walking the bike).

2. Speed Limits

• The motor must stop providing assistance once the bike reaches 25 km/h. For NSW, e-bikes with up to 500W power are legal, but they must also comply with this speed limit.

3. Helmets are mandatory

• Helmets are mandatory for all e-bike riders and passengers, regardless of the type of e-bike.
• This also includes if you have a passenger.
• Plus, using a helmet is for safety and will help to save your life if you are in an accident.

4. All E-Bikes require lights

• E-bikes must have functional front white lights and rear red lights, especially when riding in low visibility conditions.
• If your light is broken, make sure to get it fixed asap! Riding with a broken light means no light at all and you will be fined if caught.

5. Limits on carrying a passenger

• Carrying passengers is only legal if the e-bike is designed to do so (e.g., cargo bikes with proper seating for passengers).

6. License and Registration

• No license or registration is required for e-bikes in Australia, however e-bike must only meet the power and speed limits (250W motor and 25 km/h max speed). E-bikes exceeding these limits may be classified as motorbikes, which require registration and a motorcycle license.

7. Penalties

• Breaking e-bike laws (e.g., riding without a helmet or exceeding power limits) can result in fines and, in some cases, demerit points​.

8. E-Dirt Bikes

• Please be aware around the rules and regulations when purchasing an electric dirt bikes. Most are off-road electric dirt bikes. They are intended to be used on private property and are not to be used on public roads or road-related areas. E-Move Bikes accepts no liability for incorrect usage.

Learn the Rules and Regulations for in your State

Queensland    https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/wheeled-devices/bicycle

New South Wales   http://roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au/stayingsafe/bicyclists/cyclingrules.html

Western Australia   https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/activetransport/cycling.asp

Northern Territory  https://nt.gov.au/driving/safety/bicycle-safety

South Australia   https://www.sa.gov.au/topics/driving-and-transport/cycling/cyclist-road-rules-and-safety

Tasmania https://www.transport.tas.gov.au/transport-new/road_safety_and_rules

Victoria https://www.vicroads.vic.gov.au/safety-and-road-rules/road-rules/a-to-z-of-road-rules/bicycles

Shipping & Delivery

At E-move Bikes, we understand the frustration of shipping charges. That's why we offer FREE* Shipping for orders over $200 or a flat $19 rate for orders under $100 within Australia!

Delivery Times

During peak seasons and shopping periods, bulky freight shipments may experience delays ranging from 7 to 20 business days. While not typical, this can occasionally occur. Refer to our estimates below for guidance.

Alexandra Headland or Noosaville QLD Pickup

Prefer to pick up your order? You can do so for free at our Alexandra or Noosaville QLD. If you need assembly, an additional fee applies: $80 - $180 for E-Bikes , $40 - $65 for E-Scooters and $160-$180 for Surron or Talaria Motorcycles. Please notify our team in advance if assembly is required.

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