QLD e-Mobility LAWS

Queensland has new e-Mobility laws

All e-Bikes sold by Pedalheads Cycles have always meet Standard EN15194 and will continue to do so. 

New age limits

It is illegal for us to  sell the below devices  to anyone under 16:
E-bikes
E-scooters
E-skateboards
E-unicycles
Off-road electric or petrol motorbikes 

Acceptable evidence of age may be required

What is an e-bike?

An electric bike (e-bike) is a bike that has pedals as the primary source of power, but has a small electric motor that provides assistance to:

  • start riding
  • go up hills
  • ride against the wind.

Power rules

To be legal to ride in public places, an e-bike must:

  • have a motor with a maximum continuous rated power output of 250 watts
  • be pedal powered with motor assistance up to 25 km/h
  • have a motor that stops providing assistance after 25 km/h
  • be throttle-controlled, only up to 6km/h, to help you start moving
  • meet the European Standard EN 15194 and display a compliance label.

Product requirements for new devices

E-mobility devices manufactured after 1 July 2026 must meet new product requirements before they can be sold for public use. 

E-bikes

E-bikes manufactured after 1 July 2026 must:

  • meet the European standard EN 15194
  • be permanently labelled as meeting this standard

Legal e-bikes in Queensland must not exceed:

  • 250 watts of maximum continuous rated power
  • 25km/h motor assistance
  • 6km/h throttle-only control.

Non-standard e-bikes designed or modified for riders with a disability or medical condition, such as e-trikes, can continue to be sold.

The Queensland Government is currently creating an industry assurance scheme to check and label certain e-bikes that are safe but don't meet EN 15194. More information about the scheme will be available before 1 October 2026.

Tips for buyers

Sellers may ask you to show proof of age when buying an e-mobility device. This helps them check that you are 16 or older.

Before buying an e-mobility device, make sure you understand where it can be legally used. Some devices that are sold as e-bikes do not meet Queensland's legal e-bike requirements and may only be used on private property.

Look for compliance labels, such as EN 15194, and information provided by the manufacturer. Legal e-bikes should have labels showing key specifications, such as motor power and speed assistance limits. If you cannot find this information, ask the seller before purchasing.

If you're unsure, ask the seller whether the device can be legally used on roads, footpaths, shared paths and bicycle paths in Queensland.

Using a non-compliant e-bike, e-motorbike or off-road motorbike in public places may result in fines and other penalties.