With more e-scooters and e-bikes zipping along our roads and shared paths, it's more important than ever for riders, pedestrians and drivers to stay sharp and look out for each other.
Travelling at a safe speed, using a bell, always giving way to pedestrians and riders dismounting within activity centres are behaviours that can help reduce the risk of accidents.
All e-scooter and e-bike riders should ride on the road. Only the following bike riders can legally ride on the footpath:
- Anyone aged 12 and under,
- Anyone aged 13 and over who is supervising them,
- Those with a medical certificate exempting them from riding on the road,
- An adult with a baby in a baby seat or with a child pedalling on a bike attachment connected to an adult bike.
All riders should also wear a helmet and ensure their devices are well-maintained, with functioning brakes and lights for visibility in low light.
Mutual respect and awareness on shared and designated paths and roads will help improve the safety of riders, pedestrians and drivers. Remember to stay alert, follow the rules and look out for one another.
Please report any incidents or concerns to Victoria Police.
The Department of Transport and Planning has introduced new rules for e-devices, banning converted e-bikes on metropolitan and V/Line trains.
Other public transport rules for e-bikes and e-scooters are:
- They must be switched off and cannot be ridden or charged on board, on platforms or in station precincts.
- Only foldable e-scooters and e-bikes are allowed on trams and PTV buses and they must be folded before boarding.
Battery powered mobility aids, such as mobility scooters and electric wheelchairs are still allowed on public transport.
