- Class 1
- Missouri law recognizes three e-bike classes; Class 1 is pedal-assist only with assistance ending at 20 mph and motor power capped at 750 watts.
- Class 2
- Missouri Class 2 allows throttle operation with assistance ending at 20 mph.
- Class 3
- Missouri Class 3 is pedal-assist only up to 28 mph and includes additional operating constraints compared with Class 1/2.
- Helmet laws
- Missouri does not impose a broad statewide e-bike helmet mandate; local jurisdictions may impose helmet rules.
- Age restrictions
- Missouri sets a minimum operator age for Class 3 e-bikes in statute.
- Road access
- Qualifying e-bikes may use roads and bike lanes where bicycles are allowed.
- Trail access
- Class 1/2 are generally treated similarly to bicycles where allowed unless restricted; Class 3 access is more limited on some paths unless authorized.
- Sidewalk rules
- Municipal ordinances vary.
- Important notes
- Primary references: Mo. Rev. Stat. §§307.192–307.196 (electric bicycle definitions and operation). St. Louis, Kansas City, and state parks each publish path policies. Educational summary only—not legal advice.