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Illinois E-Bike Laws and City Guides

Statewide e-bike law

Illinois Regulations

  • Electric bicycle classes, sidewalk restriction, and path access: Illinois defines three classes up to 750 watts. E-bikes generally have bicycle rights on roads and bike lanes; Class 1 and 2 may use paths unless locally prohibited. State law prohibits e-bike operation on sidewalks. Operators under 16 may not operate Class 3 except as passengers; Class 3 bikes need a speedometer. No class-specific statewide helmet rule was verified.

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