- Class 1
- Oregon law recognizes class-based electric assisted bicycles; Class 1 is pedal-assist only with assistance ending at 20 mph.
- Class 2
- Oregon Class 2 allows throttle operation with assistance ending at 20 mph.
- Class 3
- Oregon Class 3 is pedal-assist only up to 28 mph and has additional equipment/operation constraints compared with lower classes.
- Helmet laws
- Oregon requires helmets for riders under 16 under bicycle/e-bike helmet provisions.
- Age restrictions
- Oregon applies age limits to operation of higher e-bike classes under state law.
- Road access
- Generally allowed on public roads and bike lanes when meeting Oregon e-bike parameters.
- Trail access
- Trail access varies by class and managing agency; state and local authorities can restrict specific classes on particular paths.
- Sidewalk rules
- City codes vary; Portland and other cities regulate sidewalk and crosswalk behavior.
- Important notes
- Primary references: ORS 801.258, 814.400–814.462 (electric assisted bicycle classes, equipment, and path rules). Portland, Eugene, and USFS lands each publish supplemental restrictions. Educational summary only—not legal advice.