The Rulebook · draft under verification
E-bike law in Wisconsin.
The rules at a glance
- Max motor power
- 750 W
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
- Minimum age
- None statewide
- Helmet
- No statewide e-bike helmet requirement
- 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
340.01(22e) defines electric bicycle (750W or less) and Classes 1-3 (20/20/28 mph), added by 2019 Act 34; no minimum age and no helmet mandate. [Source: Wis. Stat. 340.01(22e) (2019 Act 34)]. 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.