The Rulebook · draft under verification
E-bike law in Tennessee.
The rules at a glance
- Max motor power
- 750 W
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Minimum age
- 14+ (Class 3)
- Helmet
- Class 3 operator and all passengers must wear 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
TN adopted the 3-class model in 2016, TCA 55-8-301 to -307: <=750W, Class 1/2 to 20 mph, Class 3 to 28 mph. Under 14 may not operate a Class 3; Class 3 operator and passengers must wear a helmet regardless of age. Codified text lives on LexisNexis (non-gov), so the official TDOT page is cited. [Source: Tenn. Code Ann. 55-8-301 to -307 (TDOT Bicycle Laws page)]. 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.