What is an E-Bike?
The term "e-bike" commonly refers to both low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles, as defined by N.J.S.A. 39:1-1.
Low-Speed Electric Bicycles – These are pedal assisted bicycles with a helper motor that only provides assistance while pedaling up to 20 mph.
Motorized Bicycle/Moped -- Pedal assisted bicycles with either:
An engine under 50 cubic centimeters, or an electric motor that assists while pedaling between 21 and 28 mph, or an electric motor that assists with using a throttle up to 15 mph.
E-Bike Usage Requirements
Age and License
To operate an e-bike, you must be at least 15 years old and have (1) an e-bike license or (2) a valid driver’s license.
*Please note:
An individual may neither apply for nor receive a motorized bicycle license during a period of suspension or revocation of any their driving privileges.
Registration & Insurance:
E-bikes must be registered with the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission. Only motorized bicycles are required to have insurance coverage. Low-Speed Electric Bicycles do not require insurance but must be registered with MVC.
E-BIKE REGISTRATION PROCESS
STEP 1
To register your e-bike, please make an E-BIKE: INITIAL REGISTRATION appointment at a Vehicle Center.
STEP 2
• Complete the Registration Form - Low-Speed electric Bike and Motorized Bike Ownership and Registration form, (Form number BA-49EB).
• Present either 6 points of ID, your valid NJ Driver License or Non-driver Photo Identification (ID)
• Complete the parent consent form, if your parent or guardian is not with you and you are under the age of 18.
• Show proof of E-bike insurance if applicable. All motorized bicycles are required to have insurance coverage. Only Low-Speed electric bicycles are not required to have insurance
• Provide proof of ownership through a:
-Manufacturer's Certificate of Origin (MCO);
-Purchase receipt;
-Notarized bill of sale; or
-An affidavit from the current owner documented on Form BA-49EB
STEP 3
• Place your e-bike license plate stickers on both sides of your e-bike’s front fork as shown:
E-BIKE LICENSE PROCESS
STEP 1
• Study by reading the Driver Manuals,- the New Jersey Driver Manual and Motorcycle Manual (Section 10 of the New Jersey Driver Manual), along with the separate E-bike and Motorized Bicycle/Moped Manual.
• Make an appointment for an initial e-bike permit and complete an application (BA-208 form) for an e-bike permit.
STEP 2
• Bring your 6 Points of ID scheduled appointment as well as your parent consent form if your parent or guardian is not with you.
• Pay the examination fee for the e-bike permit.(Fee of $5 will be waived until January of 2027)
• Pass the knowledge and vision tests to validate your e-bike permit. If you fail the knowledge test, you can retest in 7 days.
STEP 3
• Practice operating the e-bike, unsupervised during daylight hours.
• Make an appointment for road test dated at least 20 days, and up to 45 days, from the date of your validated e-bike permit.
STEP 4
• Bring to your road test:
A registered e-bike with plate sticker affixed to the front fork;
A helmet;
Your validated permit;
Your 6 Points of ID ; and
Insurance proof, if you will be using a motorized bicycle for the test.
• If you pass the road test, take your validated permit, your 6 Points of ID, proof of address, and your test results score sheet to a licensing center to receive your e-bike license (no appointment required). If you fail the road test, you can retest in 14 days.
New E-Bike Requirements, Effective July 2026
https://www.nj.gov/mvc/vehicletopics/ebike.htm
Link to the new E-Bike/Moped Manual
https://www.nj.gov/mvc/pdf/vehicles/EbikeManual.pdf
Motor Vehicle Advisory - Click link below
https://www.fairhavennj.org/sites/g/files/vyhlif4411/f/uploads/e-bike_law_implementation_-_le_advisory_2026-02_1.pdf
