Bicycles and e-bikes in NSW: safety, rules and where to ride

Bicycles and electric bikes are a great way to travel, get some exercise and explore neighbourhoods and new environments. Learn more about owning and using a bike or e-bike in NSW.


Information on choosing, maintaining and riding bicycles and e-bikes

Choosing a bike

Learn about the safety features you should look for and how to choose a road-legal bike or e-bike.

What e-bikes are legal in NSW?

Learn about which e-bikes are permitted on public roads and paths in NSW.

Where you can ride your bike or e-bike

Learn where it is legal to ride in NSW.

Staying safe when riding

Learn about bicycle safety and the road rules for bike riders.

Maintaining your bike

Learn how to look after your bike or e-bike to keep it in good working order.

Recycling your e-bike

Learn how to safely dispose of your e-bike battery.

Riding shared e-bikes and e-scooters

You don’t need to own your own device to ride. Learn about riding shared e-bikes and e-scooters in NSW.

Battery safety for e-bikes

E-bikes and e-scooters are often powered by lithium-ion batteries. Find out how to reduce your risk of a battery fire.

Related projects and programs

Learn more about projects and programs underway to help promote and enable riding of bicycles and e-bikes.


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Shared e-bike parking bay near Wynyard Station.

NSW E-micromobility Action Plan

The NSW Government is committed to enabling and promoting e-micromobility as a safe, accessible and sustainable transport choice across the state. Find out more about how we are making this happen.

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Two people riding shared scheme e-scooters

NSW Active Transport Strategy

The NSW Government wants walking and bike riding, known as active transport, to be the preferred way to make short trips and a viable, safe and efficient option for longer trips. We want to double the number of people walking and biking in 20 years.

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