City guide · Jefferson County, Wisconsin

E-bike Laws and Regulations in Palmyra, Wisconsin

Rules to know

State, county, and city rules that apply in this area.

Wisconsin

Electric bicycle classes, age, and local restrictions

Wisconsin defines three e-bike classes up to 750 watts and applies bicycle rights and duties. E-bikes are exempt from driver licensing, registration, title, and financial-responsibility requirements. Class 3 operators must be at least 16. State, local, and DNR authorities may restrict e-bike use. No statewide e-bike-specific helmet rule was verified.

Code: Wis. Stat. §§ 340.01(15ph), 346.806; 2019 Act 34 Wisconsin Statutes
Applies to: statewide

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Jefferson County

E-bike use on County bicycle paths

On County bicycle paths, e-bikes are allowed unless posted otherwise. Riders must yield to pedestrians and horses and give an audible or verbal warning before passing. Ordinance 2023-23 was adopted February 13, 2024; the exact effective date was not established.

Code: Jefferson County Code § 12-29; Ord. 2023-23 § 8 Jefferson County bicycle-path e-bike rule
Applies to: countywide

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Bikes to compare

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Cybervelo 26" Adult Electric Bicycle 1000W Peak Motor 48V Waterproof Battery 7-Speed Shift for Commute Beach Snow Women's And Men's EK3

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Cybervelo 20" 1000W Foldable Moutain Sand Off Road E-Bike Bulit-in Battery 80 Miles+ Long Range Electric-Bike for Adult EK5

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26" Electric Bike 3000W Peak E-Bike 52V 30AH Bicycle 55KM/h FatTyre Dual Motor

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Cheap Price 400W 48V Step Through Ebike City 14 Inch Electric Scooter Bike With Seat

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