NJ LAWS FOR BIKES, E-BIKES & SCOOTERS

Bikes, E-Bikes, Scooters & E-Scooters must follow Motor Vehicle Laws (NJ Title 39)

LAWS TO KNOW

• Travel with the direction of traffic.

• Do not ride on sidewalks or boardwalks (LB § 119-5).
• Helmets should always be worn, and MUST be if under 17.
• Class 3 E-Bikes (>20mph, >750watts or >50cc) must be registered & insured and you must be 15 years old with a valid moped license to ride. A helmet MUST be worn.
• Class 1 & 2 E-Bikes (<20mph, <750 watts or <50cc) have no age, license, registration or insurance requirements.
• E-bikes manufactured after January 1, 2019 must be tagged, showing classification, wattage and top speed.
• Passengers are ONLY allowed if the bike has a second seat and a place for the passenger’s feet.

IMPORTANT FACTS TO KNOW

• Motor vehicle tickets can be issued to riders. Some tickets carry a penalty of points which could lead to license suspension or prevent a minor from receiving their driver’s license.
• Class 3 E-Bikes can be impounded if unregistered/uninsured.
• Riders are AT FAULT if violating laws and involved in an accident with cars or pedestrians and may be issued a summons (with points) and/or be responsible for damages

LEARN MORE:

NJ Laws: nj.gov/transportation/commuter/bike/regulations.shtm

Long Branch Laws: ecode360.com/6280246

NJ Bicycle & Pedestrian Resource Center: njbikeped.org