It's important to know the local rules and regulations before you head out on your next adventure. To make your life easier, we've compiled a couple of best-practices and must-knows, but we recommend that you look at official sources before you decide to purchase or ride an e-scooter.
Are E-Scooters Legal?
Yes, as of 2024, e-scooters are legal across Victoria. Riders must adhere to new rules designed to ensure the safety of everyone on the road.
What Can You Do on an E-Scooter?
What you need to do
- Be 16 years or older.
- Wear a helmet (we didn't find any specification on the type of helmet that's required)
- Ride at 20km/h max.
- Ride on bicycle paths, or roads with max speed limits of 60 km/h.
- Use front and rear lights as needed.
- Park responsibly, avoid disrupting pedestrians or leaving your scooter in a way that it could be a hazard.
What You Can’t Do
- Riding on footpaths.
- Riding under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Carrying passengers or animals.
- Exceeding 25 km/h or riding on roads with speed limits above 60 km/h.
- Using handheld mobile phones while riding is prohibited—and from personal experience, it’s something you should avoid for your own safety as well.
Penalties for Breaking the Rules
Yes, you can find yourself paying a fair amount of money for not following the rules - maybe stick to the rules?
- Failing to wear a helmet: $395
- Riding on the footpath: $296
- Exceeding the 20 km/h speed limit: $346
- Using a mobile phone while riding: $593
- Carrying or being a passenger without a helmet: Up to $642
For more information, visit Victoria’s Road Safety Rules.
