Rules & Laws

Rules for E-scooter & E-bike 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.