- Class 1
- Minnesota statute defines Class 1 electric-assisted bicycles as pedal-assist only with assistance ending at 20 mph, within statutory motor limits.
- Class 2
- Minnesota defines Class 2 as throttle-capable electric-assisted bicycles with assistance ending at 20 mph.
- Class 3
- Minnesota defines Class 3 as pedal-assist only up to 28 mph.
- Helmet laws
- Minnesota does not impose a single statewide e-bike helmet mandate in current core bicycle/e-bike statutes; local or facility rules may add requirements.
- Age restrictions
- Minnesota sets a minimum operator age for electric-assisted bicycles in state operation rules.
- Road access
- Qualifying e-bikes may use roads and bike lanes where bicycles are allowed.
- Trail access
- Class access on trails varies by local and land-manager policy; check state, county, and city trail rules before riding.
- Sidewalk rules
- Municipal codes control sidewalk use.
- Important notes
- Primary references: Minn. Stat. §§169.011, 169.222 (electric-assisted bicycle definitions, equipment, and operation). DNR and Twin Cities metro agencies update trail class rules often. Educational summary only—not legal advice.