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Please Note: Each state and territory in Australia has a different set of rules and regulations pertaining to the usage of e-scooters, e-bikes and e-boards (including where e-scooters, e-bikes and e-boards can legally be used and whether e-scooters, e-bikes and e-boards need to be registered with the relevant road traffic authority). Any user of this product must ensure that that they check and abide by their local by-laws and use responsibly. Ride with caution and always wear a helmet and protective gear when riding your e-scooter, e-bike and e-board. Before riding your e-bike, e-scooter and e-board ensure the bolts are tight and the battery is charged.
Please review these laws before purchasing an electric scooter. Click on the relevant link below to see the regulations in each state.
The majority of jurisdictions followed the Commonwealth/Federal standard cap,of 25km/h and 250W,although:
(a) Western Australia had a lower wattage output at 200W unless the bike meets a specific European Standard, in which case it could go as high as 250W with a 25 km/h max speed;
(b) Northern Territory had a lower wattage output at 200W(but without speed restriction);and
(c) New Zealand had a higher wattage cap at 300W.
| Jurisdiction | E-scooters allowed? | E-bikes allowed without registration? |
|---|---|---|
|
New South Wales |
Not at all in public. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 25km/h. |
|
Victoria |
Yes, max speed 20km/h. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 20km/h. |
|
Queensland |
Yes, max speed 25km/h. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 25km/h. |
|
Australian Capital Territory |
Yes, max speed 25km/h. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 25km/h. |
|
South Australia |
Government scheme only. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 25km/h. |
|
Western Australia |
Yes, max speed 25km/h. |
Yes, output less than 200Wor output less than 250W and max speed 25 km/h if it meets the EU Standard.** |
|
Tasmania |
Yes, max speed 25km/h. |
Yes, output less than 250W and max speed 25km/h. |
|
Northern Territory |
Government scheme only. |
Yes, output less than 200W. |
|
New Zealand* |
Yes, output less than 300W. |
Yes output less than 300W. |
*provided as a guide only
