E-biking in Adelaide: rules, trains and bikeways (2026)

Everything an e-bike rider in Adelaide needs in one place — checked against official South Australia and local sources in October 2026. Rules change, so the sources are linked at the bottom.

The rules in Adelaide

• Legal e-bikes: up to 250 W (EPAC) with a 25 km/h cut-off, or 200 W for other power-assisted bikes. Helmet required. SA e-bike laws
• Footpaths: cyclists of all ages may ride on footpaths.

Full details: South Australia e-bike laws · Is my e-bike legal? 1-minute check

Taking your e-bike on public transport

• Trains only: e-bikes can go on trains (in an empty wheelchair space); modified e-bikes are not permitted. No bikes on buses or trams.
• Bikes travel free off-peak; a peak concession fare applies on weekdays before 9am and 3–6pm. E-scooters aren’t allowed on any service.

Main bikeways and paths

• Outer Harbor Greenway (20 km), Levels–City Bikeway (18 km, North Adelaide to Mawson Lakes) and Coast Park (a 70 km linear park from North Haven to Sellicks Beach).
• Mike Turtur Bikeway, following the tramline from the city to Glenelg.
• Day rides: Coast to Vines Rail Trail and the Barossa Trail.

Secure bike parking

• Adelaide Metro bike cages are free for registered metroCARD users; lockers need a $50 deposit.

Theft: keeping your e-bike

South Australia Police recorded 3,074 bicycle thefts statewide in 2024/25, and 3,087 in 2023/24 (SAPOL FOI release).

Record the frame serial and a few photos in a free Bike Passport before you need them — police and buyers ask for the serial first. Lock the frame, not just a wheel, and take the battery inside if you can. How to protect your e-bike.

Create your free Bike Passport →

Sources

• SA Government — riding a power-assisted bicycle
• SA Government — cyclist road rules
• Adelaide Metro — bikes
• City of Port Adelaide Enfield — cycle paths
• SAPOL — FOI determination (bicycle theft)

This guide explains things in general terms. It is not legal advice. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.