Oregon Micromobility, Moped, and Mini Motorcycle Guide - Regulations Summary

Sep 18, 2026

Oregon Micromobility, moped, and mini motorcycle guide summarizes Oregon Vehicle Code definitions and practical operating rules for multiple mobility device categories. It explains rider eligibility and age requirements, speed limits, and when helmets or protective headgear are required or exempted. The guide also covers where devices may be used, including bike lanes, paths, sidewalks, and crosswalks, plus duties such as yielding to pedestrians and giving audible warning. It cites specific ORS references and includes equipment and lighting requirements under limited visibility.

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CategoryResearch & Report

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Pages2

Reading Time5 min

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Device categories

Definitions and operating overviews

Regulations and ORS references

Helmets, age, speed limits

Where devices may be used

Signaling, yielding, and lighting requirements

OREGON MICROMOBILITY, MOPED, AND MINI MOTORCYCLE GUIDE | Device | Definition | Overview of Regulations | ORS Reference | | --- | --- | --- | --- | |
| A vehicle that:
• Is designed to be operated on the ground on wheels;
• Has a seat or saddle for use of the rider;
• Is designed to travel with not more than three wheels in contact with the ground;
• Is propelled exclusively by human power;
• Has every wheel more than 14 inches in diameter or two tandem wheels either of which is more than 14 inches in diameter; and
• Is equipped with pedals. | • Helmet required for people under 16 unless doing so violates religious beliefs.
• May operate on a bicycle lane or path, or in acrosswalk.
• May operate on a sidewalk but must give audible warning when overtaking a pedestrian and must yield right of way to all pedestrians.
• Approved lighting must be used when operating under limited visibility. | 801.150 (Definition)
801.608 (Vulnerable user)
807.020 (License exemption)
814.400 (Rights and duties)
814.410 (Sidewalk use)
814.420 (Bike lane use)
814.440 (Signaling turns)
814.485 (Helmets)
814.487 (Helmet exemption)
815.280 (Equipment) | |
Electric Assisted Bicycle (E-bike) | A bicycle that is:
• Equipped with an electric motor and that is a Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 electric assisted bicycle.
• Class 1: Provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling and ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 MPH.
• Class 2: May be propelled by its motor without a rider pedaling and ceases to provide assistance once the bicycle reaches a speed of 20 MPH.
• Class 3: Provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 MPH, and is equipped with a speedometer.
Note: Gas assisted bicycles are considered mopeds. | • Must be at least 16 to operate.
• Protective headgear is recommended unless doing so violates religious beliefs.
• May not operate on a sidewalk.
• Approved lighting must be used when operating under limited visibility. | 801.258 (Definition)
801.608 (Vulnerable user)
807.020 (License exemption)
814.400 (Rights and duties)
814.405 (E-bike status)
814.410 (Sidewalk use)
814.420 (Bike lane use)
814.440 (Signaling turns)
814.485 (Helmets)
814.487 (Helmet exemption)
815.280 (Equipment) | |

Motor Assisted Scooter | A vehicle that:
• Is designed to be operated on the ground with up to four wheels and has a foot support or seat for the operator’s use;
• Can be propelled by motor OR human propulsion;
• Is equipped with a power source that maxes out at 24 MPH on level ground, and:
o If gas-powered, has a max displacement of
35 cc.
o If electric, has a max output of 1,000 watts. | • Must be at least 16 to operate.
• May not exceed 15 MPH.
• Must wear protective headgear unless doing so violates religious beliefs.
• Passengers not allowed.
• Approved lighting must be used when operating under limited visibility.
• Must use bicycle lane or path if bicycle lane or path is near the roadway and use is not prohibited by local laws. May ride on sidewalk to enter or leave adjacent property.
• Must walk motor assisted scooter in crosswalk.(Does not apply to person with a disability. )
• Use may be restricted by local jurisdictions. | 801.348 (Definition)
801.608 (Vulnerable user)
807.020 (License exemption)
811.440 (Bike lane use)
814.510 (Rights and duties)
814.512 (Age, speed)
814.514 (bike lane use)
814.518 (Highway use)
814.520 (Lane use)
814.522 (Signaling turns)
814.524 (Sidewalk use)
814.526 (Bike lane/audible warning)
814.528 (Crosswalk use)
814.530 (Passengers)
814.534 (Helmet req. )
815.283 (Lights) | |
Motorized Wheelchair | Not defined in Oregon Vehicle Code. | • Motorized wheelchair may be operated on a bike lane or path.
• Lighting

FAQs

Which Oregon micromobility devices are covered in the guide?

The guide covers micromobility devices including human-powered configurations with pedals, electric assisted bicycles (e-bikes), motor-assisted scooters, motorized wheelchairs, skateboards/e-skateboards, one-wheeled devices, and mopeds.

What are the key helmet and headgear requirements described?

The guide specifies helmet requirements based on age (notably under 16 in several categories) and notes religious-belief exemptions. For e-bikes, protective headgear is recommended unless exempt.

Where can these devices be operated, and what pedestrian-related duties apply?

Rules include using bicycle lanes or paths where applicable, permitting sidewalk operation with conditions, and requiring audible warning when overtaking pedestrians and yielding right of way. Crosswalk walking rules are also included for certain scooter types.

Sep 18, 2026

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