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Legal. Paths first — roads only where there’s no usable path. Here are the rules for privately owned e-scooters σε the ACT, in plain English. It is general information, not legal advice — check the official sources at the bottom before you buy or ride.
The short version
- Device: can’t be able to go faster than 25 km/h; weighs up to 60 kg. No power (watt) limit.
- Footpaths: up to 15 km/h. Paths: up to 25 km/h. Roads: only where there’s no usable path.
- Age: No minimum age; under-12s must be supervised by an adult. (Hire scooters: 16+.)
- Helmet: Υποχρεωτικό.
- No registration or insurance for a legal e-scooter.
What counts as a legal e-scooter σε the ACT
| Rule | ACT |
|---|---|
| Top speed it can reach | 25 km/h or less |
| Βάρος | Up to 60 kg |
| Size | Not set |
| Motor power | No limit |
| Registration, licence, insurance | Not needed |
Where you can ride, and how fast
| Πού | Speed limit |
|---|---|
| Footpath | 15 km/h |
| Shared path / bike path | 25 km/h |
| Road | 25 km/h — only where there’s no usable path |
Footpaths (15 km/h), shared and cycle paths (25 km/h) and nature strips. Roads and on-road bike lanes only where there is no footpath, path or nature strip, or using one is impractical. 10 km/h at crossings. Not σε the light rail corridor.
Rider rules
- Age: No minimum age; under-12s must be supervised by an adult. (Hire scooters: 16+.)
- Helmet: Υποχρεωτικό.
- A bell or warning device. Lights and reflectors at night or σε bad weather. No passengers. No phone.
- A scooter that can go faster than 25 km/h is a motor vehicle and can’t be used on paths.
Fines
ACT Policing says fines apply; official pages don’t list the amounts.
Hire e-scooters
Lime operates hire scooters σε Canberra.
Buying one: safety standards and batteries
No ACT-specific product or battery standard.
- Check the top speed και weight against the ACT’s limits before you pay — most fast scooters can’t be ridden legally here.
- Buy from a seller who can tell you which safety standard it meets (AS/NZS 60335.2.114, EN 17128 or UL 2272) and give you a receipt.
- Use the charger that came with it, and read our e-scooter battery safety guide.
- Record its serial number now — see where to find it. If it’s stolen, that number is how police match it to you.
Keep its serial, photos and receipt σε a free EbikeMate Passport — proof it’s yours if it’s stolen, and easier to sell.
Συχνές ερωτήσεις
Are e-scooters legal σε the ACT?
Yes. Legal. Paths first — roads only where there’s no usable path.
How fast can an e-scooter go σε the ACT?
The scooter must not be able to go faster than 25 km/h. Riders may go up to 15 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h on shared and bike paths.
Can I ride an e-scooter on the footpath σε the ACT?
Yes, at up to 15 km/h, giving way to pedestrians (unless a sign says no).
Do I need a licence or registration for an e-scooter σε the ACT?
No — a legal e-scooter doesn’t need registration, a licence or insurance σε the ACT.
What is the minimum age to ride an e-scooter σε the ACT?
No minimum age; under-12s must be supervised by an adult. (Hire scooters: 16+.)
How heavy can an e-scooter be σε the ACT?
Up to 60 kg unladen.
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