According to several sources, including Bike.com, Ebikingtoday.com, and Rechargedcommute.com, the age limit for operating an electric bike varies by state and depends on the ebike’s motor wattage and maximum speed limit. However, it is recommended to be at least 14-16 years old to operate an ebike in most states, and riders under 18 years old are required to wear a helmet while riding. Some states, such as Colorado, require riders under 21 to wear a helmet while riding a Class 3 ebike. (source: [Bike.com](https://support.bike.com/hc/en-us/articles/4422386266509-Ebike-Age-Limit), [Ebikingtoday.com](https://www.ebikingtoday.com/can-a-child-ride-an-electric-bike/), [Rechargedcommute.com](https://rechargedcommute.com/can-kids-ride-an-e-bike-age-limits-and-safety-precautions/))
The average age to legally ride an electric bike on public roads is fourteen to sixteen. But that is only the average age that is allowed.
Some nations allow riders to ride an electric bike on public roads at age twelve. There are some countries with electric bike age of eighteen.
