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Supervised riding (12 to 17)
- Riders aged 12 to 17 who don’t have a licence may ride when supervised.
- The Queensland Government lists the supervisor as a parent, grandparent or legal guardian, close enough to give instructions. No distance（metres is set.）
- This covers under-16s who can’t get a learner licence yet, and 16–17 year olds who haven’t got one.
Where kids can ride without a licence
In recreational areas designed for riding where there are few pedestrians — the examples given are rail trails, mountain bike trails and private bike parks — the age and licence rules don’t apply. No official list of every designated area has been published yet. E-bike trails（Queensland）.
Fines for parents
Since 1 July 2026, a parent or guardian can be fined $518 if their under-16 rides illegally — an illegal device, under age, or without a licence or exemption. Police can also seize and destroy illegal devices.
Buying an e-bike for a teenager
- Since 1 July 2026, e-bikes and other e-mobility devices can’t be sold to anyone under 16 — including private and online sales. Sellers may ask for proof of age.
- Buy a compliant bike: 250 W, motor help stops at 25 km/h, and an EN 15194 label (required from 1 March 2027). How to check.
- Record its serial（a free） 车辆护照 — teenagers’ bikes are often the ones locked up at school and train stations.
This is a plain-English summary of the official rules, not legal advice. EbikeMate is an independent company, not a government service.
常见问题
What age can you ride an e-bike（Queensland?）
16, with at least a learner licence, from 31 August 2026. Riders aged 12 to 17 can ride under supervision by a parent, grandparent or legal guardian.
Can a 14 year old ride an e-bike（Queensland?）
Only when supervised by a parent, grandparent or legal guardian, or（designated recreational areas such as rail trails and mountain bike trails.）
Can parents be fined if their child rides an e-bike?
Yes. Since 1 July 2026 parents can be fined $518 if an under-16 rides illegally.
Can shops sell e-bikes to under-16s（Queensland?）
No. Since 1 July 2026 e-mobility devices can’t be sold to anyone under 16, including private and online sales.
官方信息来源
- Queensland Government — E-bike rules（Queensland）
- StreetSmarts (TMR) — 电动自行车
- Queensland Government — tips for buying e-mobility devices
- Ministerial statement, 30 August 2026
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