E-Bike Assurance Scheme

From 1 July 2026, e-bikes used in public in Queensland must meet the European Standard for Electrically Power-Assisted Cycles (EPACs), EN 15194, or be verified through the E-bike Assurance Scheme as meeting key safety requirements.

If your e-bike meets EN 15194 and displays an EN 15194 compliance label, it is legal to ride and does not need to be verified under the E-bike Assurance Scheme.

The Queensland Government is finalising the E-bike Assurance Scheme to verify and label e‑bikes that are safe but do not meet EN 15194. This scheme will cover:

• e-bikes made before 1 July 2026 that have a maximum 250 watts continuous motor power and a maximum assisted speed limit of 25 km/h, but are not EN 15194 compliant
• non‑standard e‑bikes designed or modified for riders with a disability or medical condition, such as e‑trikes

E-bikes that do not meet EN 15194 can continue to be used until 28 February 2027, provided they only have a maximum continuous motor power of 250 watts and a maximum assisted speed limit of 25 km/h.

From 1 March 2027, a verification label will be required to ride the e-bike in public.

Eligibility

Detailed eligibility requirements are still being finalised. To be considered for the scheme, your e-bike must fall within one of the categories below:

Legacy EPAC

An e-bike that meets all of the following requirements:

• manufactured before 1 July 2026
• has a motor with a maximum continuous rated power of 250 watts
• has a 6 km/h maximum throttle-controlled speed, without pedalling
• has a 25 km/h maximum motor-assisted speed, after which the motor cuts out
• does not have features (for example, a switch, setting or riding mode) which allow the power or speed limits to be increased

Special Purpose EPAC

An e-trike or e-bike that meets all of the following requirements:

• designed or modified for use by a person with a disability or medical condition
• has a 12 km/h maximum throttle-controlled speed, without pedalling
• has a 25km/h maximum motor-assisted speed, after which the motor cuts out
• does not have features (for example, a switch, setting or riding mode) which allow the speed limits to be increased

Other verification requirements, including inspection and assessment criteria, are currently being developed and will also need to be met.

The E-bike Assurance Scheme is not for high-powered, high-speed or modified devices that are illegal in Queensland. For example, a 500 watt e-bike or a device that has been modified post manufacture. Police can seize and destroy illegal devices used in public and issue significant fines.

How the scheme will work

If you own one of these e-bikes or e-trikes, you will be able to take it to an authorised verifier for inspection. It must successfully pass the inspection and meet all scheme requirements to be verified as either a Legacy EPAC or Special Purpose EPAC. If it passes, a permanent label will be attached to your e-bike or e-trike so you can continue using it legally in public under the new laws.

When the scheme will start

The Queensland Government is currently working closely with industry to confirm details of the E-bike Assurance Scheme, including:

• who can become an authorised verifier and what their role involves
• how e-bikes will be inspected and assessed for eligibility
• labelling processes
• options for people who live in areas without access to a verifier

The scheme is proposed to commence from the start of November 2026, subject to finalising implementation arrangements and ensuring the scheme is practical, accessible and ready to operate in Queensland.

More information will be available by mid-October 2026.