Are electric bikes considered eRideables?

No. Bikes with electric pedaling assistance became legal to ride in Western Australia before the eRideable laws were introduced. The laws for e-bikes are similar to traditional bikes, but currently people aged 15 and younger are not legally able to ride e-bikes.

eRideables - WestCycle

WestCycle welcomes a new cohort of riders

WestCycle now proudly represents both bike riders and eRideable users across Western Australia. People using e-scooters, e-skateboards and other eRideables share similar infrastructure needs and community benefits with bike riders, and we’re here to advocate for WA to be a great place for everyone to ride.

Using the eRideables information Hub

Whether you’re curious about e-scooters, considering your first eRideable purchase, or already riding, this guide explains which rules and regulations apply, how to connect with public transport or hire an e-scooter, and how you can get involved with WestCycle.

Connecting With Public Transport

eRideables can be a great way to travel from home to the train station or bus stop, and from your stop to your final destination.

Connecting With Public Transport

eRideables can be a great way to travel from home to the train station or bus stop, and from your stop to your final destination.

Taking eRideables on Public Transport

Secure Parking at Train Stations

E-Rideables can be parked in Transperth Bike Shelters located at trains stations in the Perth metropolitan area

Access: Free once you have registered your SmartRider and selected a shelter. Then just swipe at the door to enter and leave.

Number of shelters: You can register for a maximum of 2 bike shelters per SmartRider at a time.

Security Tip: Use a high-quality D-lock, even within secure shelters.
Time limit: Parking to be no longer than 48 hours.

How to register for secure parking:

Register for My Account on the Transperth website.
Link your SmartRider card to your account.
On the ‘My SmartRider’ page, request access to a maximum of two bike shelters. Changes to bike shelter access can take up to 24 hours to process.

Regional areas:

Check with your local station or service provider for available parking and shelter facilities.

Advocacy & Community

Representing eRideable users builds on our existing representation of bike riders. By working with state government, local councils and community members, we are advocating for:

Active transport infrastructure that works for people riding bikes and eRideables
Secure storage and charging facilities at transport hubs, workplaces, and popular destinations
Better connections with public transport
Legislation and regulations that support active transport use and are easy for riders to understand
Improvements to paths to reduce conflicts between people riding and people walking, and policy changes to prevent this from happening in future
More transport options for short trips in the suburbs and regional towns
Consideration of eRideables designs for new developments and transport projects
Support for regional areas where eRideables and bikes can provide vital transport links

WestCycle staff also:

Provide education and resources to help people understand the rules and how to ride safely
Run events and programs which encourage active transport
Provide eRideable education programs to schools for students aged 16+ promoting independence, sustainability, and healthy habits.

Explore our Advocacy Resources and see how you can be part of the movement.

FAQs

Where can I ride my eRideable?
Where you can ride:
- Footpaths
- Shared paths and bike paths
- Local roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less, with no median or dividing line
- Bicycle lanes (on local roads with a 50 km/h speed limit and a dividing line or median)
Respect others:
Always give way to pedestrians, slow down near others, and signal when passing.
For the complete list of rules and latest updates, visit the WA Road Safety Commission: eRideables.
What are the orange and purple scooters we see on some streets?
These e-scooters are available for hire via a booking system on mobile phones. The rental companies who own the e-scooters have contracts with various local governments who provide parking areas at convenient locations so the e-scooters can be available for public use. Hiring is relatively simple. Rates are usually charged per minute to your credit or debit card. People can start a trip in one place, then finish in another. It’s similar to using a taxi or public transport. Each of the rental companies provide maps showing the areas where their e-scooters can be ridden.
Can I use a mobile phone on an eRideable?
Only if it’s securely mounted and used hands-free. The rules are the same as those that apply to drivers of motor vehicles.
Are electric bikes considered eRideables?
No. Bikes with electric pedaling assistance became legal to ride in Western Australia before the eRideable laws were introduced. The laws for e-bikes are similar to traditional bikes, but currently people aged 15 and younger are not legally able to ride e-bikes.