In Arizona, an e-bike has fully working pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts, in Class 1, 2 or 3. You don't need a license, registration, title or insurance to ride one. Arizona also defines an electric standup scooter, under 75 lb and no faster than 20 mph, and gives it the same treatment. The state sets no age, helmet or sidewalk rule for either, so cities such as Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson add their own.
We ship electric scooters and e-bikes to riders across the country, Arizona included. Here are the state rules, where each one is written in the Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.), and what the biggest cities add. The official sources are listed at the end.
Arizona e-bike and electric scooter rules at a glance
| Rule | E-bike | Electric standup scooter |
|---|---|---|
| Where the law is | A.R.S. 28-101 (definition) and 28-819 | A.R.S. 28-101 (definition) and 28-819 |
| What counts | Fully working pedals and a motor of less than 750 watts, in Class 1, 2 or 3 | Under 75 lb, two or three wheels, handlebars, a floorboard to stand on, top speed no more than 20 mph |
| License, registration, title, insurance | None | None |
| Minimum age | No state rule; Phoenix and Tucson set 16, and Scottsdale bars under-16s from Class 3 | No state rule; Phoenix sets 16 |
| Helmet | No state rule | No state rule |
| Paths | Class 1 and 2 allowed unless banned; Class 3 only on paths within or next to a road, unless allowed | Allowed unless banned |
| Sidewalks | No state rule; Phoenix bans them | No state rule; Phoenix bans them |
What are the e-bike classes in Arizona?
An Arizona e-bike is a bicycle or tricycle with fully working pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts (A.R.S. 28-101). It comes in one of three classes:
- Class 1: the motor helps only while you pedal and stops helping at 20 mph.
- Class 2: the motor can move the e-bike on its own (a throttle) and stops helping at 20 mph.
- Class 3: the motor helps only while you pedal and stops helping at 28 mph.
Since January 1, 2019, makers and distributors must put a permanent label on each e-bike showing the class, the top assisted speed and the motor wattage (A.R.S. 28-819). Note the limit is less than 750 watts, so an e-bike rated at exactly 750 watts doesn't fit Arizona's definition. See e-bike classes explained for how the classes compare across the states.
Do you need a license for an e-bike in Arizona?
No. Arizona law exempts e-bikes from the rules on certificates of title, registration, vehicle license tax, driver licenses and vehicle insurance (A.R.S. 28-819). An e-bike isn't a vehicle or a motor vehicle under the state's definitions (A.R.S. 28-101). E-bike riders have the same rights and duties as bicycle riders, unless the e-bike section or a local authority says otherwise (A.R.S. 28-819).
How old do you have to be to ride an e-bike in Arizona?
Arizona sets no state minimum age for e-bikes or electric scooters. Cities do: Phoenix sets 16 for both, Tucson sets 16 for e-bikes, and Scottsdale bars riders under 16 from Class 3 e-bikes and similar devices faster than 20 mph on city streets, sidewalks, paths and parks. Check your city's rules before buying for a younger rider.
Do you need a helmet on an e-bike in Arizona?
Not under state law. Arizona's helmet law covers riders and passengers under 18 on a motorcycle, an ATV or a motor driven cycle (A.R.S. 28-964), not e-bikes or electric standup scooters. We recommend a helmet on every ride; see helmets and safety gear.
Where can you ride an e-bike in Arizona?
On roads, under the same rules as bicycles: ride as close to the right edge as practicable when you're slower than traffic, with exceptions such as passing or turning left, and no more than two abreast except on paths (A.R.S. 28-815). On paths, A.R.S. 28-819 sets the defaults:
- Class 1, Class 2 and electric standup scooters may use bicycle and multiuse paths, unless the local authority or state agency in charge bans them from a path it controls.
- Class 3 may use a bicycle or multiuse path only if it is within or next to a road, or if the authority in charge allows it.
State law has no sidewalk rule for e-bikes or electric scooters, and cities may regulate both (A.R.S. 28-627), so sidewalk riding is set locally. In Arizona State Parks, electric mountain bikes count as motorized and may use only park roads and designated motorized trails.
At night, a bicycle needs a white front light visible from 500 feet and a red rear reflector, and its brake must be able to skid the braked wheels on dry, level pavement (A.R.S. 28-817).
Are electric scooters legal in Arizona?
Yes. Arizona defines an electric standup scooter as weighing under 75 lb, with two or three wheels, handlebars and a floorboard to stand on, and a top speed of no more than 20 mph on a paved, level surface (A.R.S. 28-101). It gets the same treatment as an e-bike: bicycle rights and duties, no license, registration, title or insurance, and bicycle and multiuse paths unless the authority in charge bans it (A.R.S. 28-819). A smaller electric miniature scooter, under 30 lb with a top speed of 10 mph, is defined separately.
Cities add the rest. Phoenix bans electric scooters on sidewalks and sets a minimum age of 16. Scottsdale keeps electric standup scooters off roads with a speed limit over 35 mph, and allows them on sidewalks and multi-use paths unless signed otherwise, yielding to pedestrians. In Tucson, the city's shared electric scooters are for riders over 18 and stay off sidewalks unless signed.
Tempe updated its e-bike and electric scooter rules in 2026; check Tempe's official rules before you ride there.
Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tucson e-bike rules
| City | E-bikes | Electric scooters |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | No sidewalks; minimum age 16 | No sidewalks; minimum age 16 |
| Scottsdale | No riders under 16 on Class 3 or similar devices over 20 mph on city property; Class 3 must keep its label | Not on roads over 35 mph; sidewalks and multi-use paths allowed unless signed |
| Tucson | Minimum age 16; no bicycle riding on sidewalks unless signed; e-bikes on city paths at the posted speed or under 20 mph, whichever is lower | Shared electric scooters: riders over 18, no sidewalks unless signed |
From each city's official pages and code. Cities change their rules, so check before you ride.
What about faster e-bikes, mopeds and electric dirt bikes?
An e-bike with a motor of 750 watts or more, or without working pedals, isn't an e-bike under Arizona law, and an electric scooter over 20 mph or 75 lb isn't an electric standup scooter. The e-bike and electric scooter exemptions from license, registration and insurance don't cover them. Scottsdale's guidance says such devices may be treated as motorcycles or motor driven cycles.
A moped in Arizona is a bicycle with a helper motor of 50 cc or less, no more than 1.5 brake horsepower and a top speed of 25 mph (A.R.S. 28-101). Any class of driver license is valid for a moped, it registers for a $5 fee and needs no title, and it can't use bicycle-only paths (A.R.S. 28-2513).
Electric dirt bikes such as Surron and Talaria models have no working pedals, so they aren't e-bikes. Phoenix police treat motor driven cycles like motorcycles: license, registration and insurance, a helmet and eye protection for riders under 18, and no sidewalks. Arizona's off-highway vehicle law names dirt bikes and anything powered other than by muscle or wind (A.R.S. 28-1171). See is a Surron street legal?, our electric dirt bikes and the best electric motorbikes.
Does Arizona's DUI law apply to e-bikes?
Arizona's DUI law covers a "vehicle" (A.R.S. 28-1381), and the state's definition of a vehicle leaves out e-bikes and electric scooters (A.R.S. 28-101). Phoenix police and the City of Scottsdale both say on their official pages that the state DUI law doesn't apply to them. That doesn't make riding impaired legal everywhere: Scottsdale has its own riding-under-the-influence rule, and a device outside the e-bike or electric scooter definitions can be treated as a vehicle. Don't ride impaired.
Is Arizona changing its e-bike laws?
Not yet. Two 2026 bills would have set 15 mph speed limits for e-bikes and electric scooters on paths (Senate Bill 1008) and on sidewalks and paths (Senate Bill 1073). Neither passed, so the current law has no statewide path or sidewalk speed limit. Cities such as Tucson and Tempe set their own.
Which of our rides fit Arizona's rules?
For an e-bike, look for a Class 1, 2 or 3 label and a motor under 750 watts. These fit, on the maker's own figures:
| E-bike | Motor (rated) | Assist and throttle (maker) | Arizona class |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiboy C1 | 350W | Up to 20 mph on throttle and pedal assist | Class 2 |
| Segway Myon | 500W | Class 1 and 2 at 20 mph; Class 3 pedal assist up to 28 mph | Class 1, 2 or 3, by setting |
On a Class 3 setting, Class 3 path rules apply, and in Scottsdale riders must be 16 or older. For an electric standup scooter, Arizona's definition tops out at 20 mph and under 75 lb. These are the commuters we recommend most, on the maker's figures:
| Electric scooter | Top speed (maker) | Range (maker) | Weight (maker) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hiboy S2 Pro | 19 mph | Up to 25 miles | 37.4 lb |
| Segway F3 | About 20 mph | Up to 44 miles (Eco) | 42 lb |
Bought from us, each one has a one-year Wilson's warranty against manufacturing defects, and we manage the claim with the maker. Standard shipping is free to Arizona and the rest of the lower 48 (see our shipping policy). Browse commuter e-bikes and commuter electric scooters.
Where can Arizona riders get service?
Our shops are in New York City, San Francisco and Miami, and our technicians service every brand, wherever you bought it, with express service at every shop. If you're visiting, walk in with no appointment. A simple inspection is always free; a full diagnosis with disassembly or test equipment is $30, waived on repairs over $100. Brake repair starts from $25 and a flat tire repair from $40, parts and labor included. Book a repair at our New York and San Francisco shops.
Compare other states in our California, Texas and Georgia guides, or see all our state law guides.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a license for an e-bike in Arizona?
No. Arizona exempts Class 1, 2 and 3 e-bikes from driver license, registration, title and insurance rules.
How old do you have to be to ride an e-bike in Arizona?
There's no state minimum age. Phoenix and Tucson set 16, and Scottsdale bars riders under 16 from Class 3 e-bikes.
Do you need a helmet on an e-bike in Arizona?
Not under state law. Arizona's helmet law covers riders under 18 on motorcycles, ATVs and motor driven cycles, not e-bikes.
Can you ride an e-bike on the sidewalk in Arizona?
State law doesn't say, so cities decide. Phoenix bans e-bikes and electric scooters on sidewalks, and Tucson bans bicycle riding on sidewalks unless signed.
Are electric scooters legal in Arizona?
Yes. An electric standup scooter under 75 lb with a top speed of no more than 20 mph needs no license, registration or insurance, and may use bicycle and multiuse paths unless banned. Cities set the age and sidewalk rules.
Can a Class 3 e-bike go on a bike path in Arizona?
Only on a bicycle or multiuse path within or next to a road, unless the authority in charge allows it. Class 1 and 2 may use bicycle and multiuse paths unless banned.
Sources: Arizona Revised Statutes 28-101, 28-627, 28-815, 28-817, 28-819, 28-964, 28-1171, 28-1381 and 28-2513, read on the Arizona Legislature's site; Laws 2018, Chapter 324 (House Bill 2652); Laws 2019, Chapter 120 (Senate Bill 1398); Senate Bills 1008 and 1073 (2026 session); Phoenix Police Department, e-bikes and e-scooters; City of Scottsdale, alternative transportation laws; Tucson City Code chapter 5 and the Tucson e-scooter program; Arizona State Parks trails FAQ. Checked November 2026.
This guide is general information, not legal advice. Laws change and cities add their own rules, so check your local rules before you ride.
