West Linn eBike Laws
Last verified: August 12, 2026. Laws change — confirm with the City of West Linn and the Oregon DMV before you ride. Practical information, not legal advice.
West Linn adopted Ordinance 1772 on June 9, 2026, adding Municipal Code section 6.158 to govern eBikes and eScooters. It aligns with state law and gives officers clearer enforcement tools, including the ability to cite the guardian of an underage rider.
Minimum age: 16
eBike riders must be 16 or older in West Linn. The city states this plainly in its own rider guidance, and it applies to every class — there is no local carve-out that lets a younger rider use a Class 1 bike today.
Where you can ride
Roads and bike lanes:
all classes allowed.
Multi-use paths:
follow posted signage and the rules of the authority managing the path.
Sidewalks:
eBikes are prohibited on all sidewalks in West Linn unless you're walking the bike.
Other rules
Helmets are required for riders under 16 under ORS 814.485. Ride with traffic, obey all signals, and use lights at night. Riding under the influence of alcohol or drugs can bring a DUII charge. Under Ordinance 1772, riding on a sidewalk or riding underage is a Class D violation, which state law generally puts in the $115 to $250 range; riding without a required helmet carries a $25 fine.