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South Australia

Private scooters permitted

Minimum age16+

HelmetRequired

Footpaths10 km/h

Paths and roads25 km/h

PMDs must weigh no more than 45 kg, fit 1250 x 700 x 1350 mm and have effective brakes and a warning device. Riders must be 16 or older. The cap is 10 km/h on footpaths, shared paths, beaches and crossings, and 25 km/h on bicycle infrastructure and permitted roads. On 60 km/h roads, e-scooters may use a bicycle lane only. PMDs currently cannot be carried on SA public transport.

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Spec	Segway MAX G3	Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Lite	Pure Electric Advance Flex	Kaabo Mantis Urban 2026
Price	$1,699	$697	$1,499.95	$999
Range	56 km est.	18 km est.	28 km est.	28 km est.
Weight	24.3 kg	18.1 kg	16.2 kg	20 kg
Top speed	25 km/h	25 km/h	25 km/h	40 km/h
Legal class	Capable	Capable	Capable	Capable

Segway MAX G3 vs Segway Ninebot Max G2Read comparison →Segway MAX G3 vs Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 ProRead comparison →Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Lite vs Pure Electric Air5 ProRead comparison →Inmotion S1 vs Segway MAX G3Read comparison →

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E-scooter laws in South Australia.

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Qualifying devices only; check all conditions

Minimum age16 years

Helmet requiredYes

Speed limit25 km/h

FootpathsYes, up to 10 km/h

Rules checked 17 Oct 2026 against Government of South Australia (mylicence).

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Are electric scooters legal in Australia?

Compare Australian state device definitions, rider conditions and permitted routes. Weight, dimensions, capability and exceptions matter; unknown evidence is not approval.

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Best electric scooters in Australia (2026)

ScootFinder's current 2026 picks by category: best overall, under $1,000, commuter, lightweight, long range, hills, premium and performance, with Australian prices, range estimates and legality.

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Compare Australian commuter scooters by dated catalogue prices, estimated range, weight, AU speed configuration, peak and rated power. Research, not road tests.

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Can you take an e-scooter on the train, tram or bus?

Train, tram, bus and ferry rules for e-scooters in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Hobart and Sydney, checked with each network in September 2026.

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E-scooter questions, answered

Full legal guide

Are electric scooters legal in Australia?

It depends on the exact device and state. Weight, dimensions, maximum capability and equipment matter; QLD also uses wheelbase, and NT has a separate maximum 200 W / 10 km/h definition. NSW personal e-scooters remain private-property only. An app speed mode alone is not approval. Rider age, licence, path and supervision conditions are separate.

Do you need a licence to ride an e-scooter?

General rule: age 16+ and a valid learner-or-higher driver licence. Specified exceptions cover supervised riders aged 12 to 17 (including unlicensed 16 and 17 year olds), eligible medical exemptions for riders 16+, and designated recreational areas. Supervision and exemption conditions still apply. A transitional reasonable-excuse provision for the licence requirement runs through 29 November 2026; it is not a blanket licence exemption. Other jurisdictions have their own age and equipment rules; check the state source.

How fast can you ride an e-scooter?

Device maximum capability and riding speed are different. 25 km/h is the highest general riding cap, and Victoria (20 km/h) and the NT (10 km/h) cap it lower. Footpath limits are lower again where footpath riding is allowed: QLD 12 km/h, SA 10 km/h, WA 10 km/h, TAS 15 km/h, NT 10 km/h and ACT 15 km/h. SA shared paths are also 10 km/h; QLD passing pedestrians on shared paths is 12 km/h. Victoria does not allow footpath riding.

How far can an electric scooter really go?

Expect roughly 60 to 80 percent of the claimed range in everyday riding. Brands test with a light rider at low speed on flat ground. ScootFinder shows a realistic estimate next to every claimed figure, and labels which is which.

What are the most popular electric scooters in Australia right now?

In October 2026 the most popular models on Australian retailers' best seller lists include the Kaabo Mantis 10 Plus V2, Inmotion S1 and Inmotion Climber. See the full ranked list with prices and state legality.

Does ScootFinder test scooters?

Not yet. Every range figure is labelled as the maker's claim or a ScootFinder estimate. Our physical testing program is being set up, and How we test explains the method.

Rules come from each state's official sources. See the most popular scooters, check a scooter against your state or read how we test.

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