09/18/2026
Falmouth PD has seen an increase in complaints involving the use of electric bicycles in town. With some of the complaints involving juveniles, we wanted to put out a message to the community to help clarify the state laws involving the e-bikes. Ultimately, safety regarding e-bikes is our number one priority.
E-bikes are categorized as Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 under Maine Statute 29-A Section 2063.
ACCORDING TO MAINE STATUTE TITLE 29-A, SECTION 2063
THREE CLASSES OF E-BIKES IN MAINE:
• Class 1: Pedal-assist only; motor cuts out at 20 mph.
• Class 2: Throttle-assisted; motor cuts out at 20 mph.
• Class 3: Pedal-assist only; speedometer equipped; motor cuts out at 28 mph.
AGE RESTRICTIONS & RULES:
UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE
• PROHIBITED: Cannot operate Class 2 or Class 3 e-bikes.
• ALLOWED: Can operate Class 1 e-bikes only.
• HELMET LAW: A person under 16 years of age operating or riding as a passenger on any e-bike MUST wear a properly fitted and fastened bicycle helmet.
16 YEARS OF AGE & OLDER
• ALLOWED: Permitted to operate all classes (Class 1, 2, and 3) of e-bikes.
• NOTE: Class 3 e-bikes must be operated at safe speeds.
GENERAL RULES OF THE ROAD:
• E-bikes are generally allowed wherever traditional bicycles are permitted unless restricted by local ordinances.
• Always follow local traffic rules, yield to pedestrians, and ride safely.
