E-bike Laws and Regulations in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Electric bicycle classes, age, helmets, and path access

New Mexico defines three e-bike classes up to 750 watts. Path managers may restrict public-path use; natural-surface trails are separately regulable. Operators under 16 may not operate Class 3 on streets, highways, or paths; operators under 18 must wear helmets. Class 3 requires a speedometer.

Code

NMSA § 66-3-708; Child Helmet Safety Act New Mexico Statutes and SB 69 (2023)

Applies to

statewide

Effective

Sat Jul 01 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)