Do you ride an e-scooter or e-bike, or have an opinion about their use and safety?
If so, the government would like your feedback, with a review into the state’s e-mobility laws now live.
South Australians encouraged to provide feedback through a YourSAy survey, with the review aiming to make sure South Australia continues to have fit-for-purpose laws and regulation around e-bikes, e-scooters and other personal mobility devices.
Though regulated separately, e-bike rules have also been included in this review in response to safety concerns raised by road safety stakeholders and the community around the use of illegal e-bikes.
The review will consider how the laws are working in real-world conditions and identify areas where improvements may be needed to better balance safety, accessibility and enforceability.
South Australians will be asked for their thoughts on a range of safety considerations including licensing requirements, speed limits and road network access.
Community feedback gathered through the survey will help inform the next phase of the review.
This will include evaluating data and evidence, as well as further engagement with industry representatives, local government and road safety experts, such as the Australian Medical Association, Centre for Automotive Safety Research, South Australia Police and the RAA.
Private e-scooters and other personal mobility devices were legalised for use on footpaths, shared paths, bike paths, and many bike lanes and roads in South Australia on 13 July 2025.
Much like bicycles, riders are required to wear a helmet but do not need a licence.
E-scooters and other personal mobility device riders must not travel at more than 10km/h on footpaths, beaches, and shared paths.
E-scooters are permitted on roads where the maximum speed limit is 60km/h, but must ride in the bike lane and travel at a speed no greater than 25km/h.
All other personal mobility devices, including e-skateboards and e-solo-wheels, are permitted on roads where the speed limit is 50km/h or less, and must travel at a speed no greater than 25km/h.
Compliant e-bikes are permitted on roads where bicycles are permitted, and the maximum speed limit of the road applies.
Findings from the YourSAy survey will be made available ahead of engagement with key industry stakeholders and experts. The survey closes on Sunday 16 August at 11:59pm.
