The Rulebook · draft under verification
E-bike law in Georgia.
The rules at a glance
- Max motor power
- 750 W
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Minimum age
- 15+ (Class 3)
- Helmet
- No one may operate or ride a Class 3 without a helmet (all ages)
- Licence required
- No
- Registration required
- No
The three classes
| Class | Assist | Top speed | Throttle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Pedal-assist | 20 mph | No |
| Class 2 | Throttle + assist | 20 mph | Yes |
| Class 3 | Pedal-assist | 28 mph | No |
What the statute actually says
Georgia HB 454 (2019) added the 3-class 'electric assisted bicycle' system to Title 40 (<=750W; Class I/II to 20, Class III to 28 mph). 40-6-303 sets a 15-year minimum for Class 3 and requires helmets for Class 3 riders of any age. [Source: O.C.G.A. 40-1-1, 40-6-300 to -303 (HB 454, 2019)]. Draft — verify against the current statute before relying on it.
Draft summary under verification — not legal
advice. Summaries were ported from Redtail eBikes' rulebook research (pulled 2026-07-03) and are being
re-verified against the official sources linked above. State law changes; confirm before you rely on it.