Electric scooter laws in Western Australia: what is legal in 2026
Private e-scooters are legal on footpaths, shared paths, bike paths and local roads with a limit of 50 km/h or less. The cap is 10 km/h on footpaths, 25 km/h elsewhere. Figures on this page were checked against WA Road Safety Commission on 23 August 2026.
Last reviewed 23 Aug 2026
Electric scooter rider in Western Australia. Photo for illustration.
Key points
- Riders must be at least 16 to operate an eRideable.
- Footpaths and pedestrian crossings are capped at 10 km/h. You no longer need to dismount at crossings, but must give way to pedestrians.
- Bicycle paths, shared paths, bike lanes and roads of 50 km/h or less are capped at 25 km/h.
- Roads and lanes with limits above 50 km/h are off limits.
- Approved helmet compulsory. No licence or registration required.
Western Australia folded e-scooters into its eRideables framework, and the rules have been stable and clear: footpaths at 10 km/h, paths and low speed roads at 25 km/h, helmet on, riders 16 and over. Perth's long shared path network along the rivers and coast makes WA one of the better states to actually use an e-scooter.
Where you can ride in Western Australia
- Riders must be at least 16 to operate an eRideable.
- Footpaths and pedestrian crossings are capped at 10 km/h. You no longer need to dismount at crossings, but must give way to pedestrians.
- Bicycle paths, shared paths, bike lanes and roads of 50 km/h or less are capped at 25 km/h.
- Roads and lanes with limits above 50 km/h are off limits.
- Approved helmet compulsory. No licence or registration required.
- Drink and drug riding rules mirror those for motor vehicle drivers.
Speed limits at a glance
Checked against WA Road Safety Commission on 2026-08-23. Rules change; always confirm with the official source linked below before you ride.
| Where | Speed cap in WA |
|---|---|
| Footpaths | 10 km/h |
| Shared and bike paths / eligible roads | 25 km/h |
| Device ceiling (nationwide) | 25 km/h |
What this means when you are buying
WA's 25 km/h path network rewards commuter scooters with good range and comfort. As everywhere, a scooter that cannot be genuinely limited to 25 km/h is a private land device, so check for a proper speed limiting mode before buying.
Nationally, the device itself must not be able to exceed 25 km/h to sit in the legal class at all. Our how to limit an e-scooter to 25 km/h guide explains what a genuine limit looks like, and our legal class vs private land explainer covers why an unlimitable performance scooter is a private land device in every state. To see which models fit, browse the full directory, where every scooter carries an honest per state legality readout.
How WA compares
For the full picture across the country, see our national state by state guide. Nearby: SA e-scooter laws, NT e-scooter laws, QLD e-scooter laws.
WA's 25 km/h path network rewards commuter scooters with good range and comfort. As everywhere, a scooter that cannot be genuinely limited to 25 km/h is a private land device, so check for a proper speed limiting mode before buying.
Frequently asked questions
Are electric scooters legal in WA?
Yes. eRideables, including e-scooters, are legal for riders 16 and over: footpaths at up to 10 km/h, and bike paths, shared paths, bike lanes and roads of 50 km/h or less at up to 25 km/h, with a helmet compulsory.
Can I ride an e-scooter on the road in WA?
Yes, on roads with a speed limit of 50 km/h or less, at up to 25 km/h. Roads with higher limits are not permitted.
Do e-scooter riders need a licence in WA?
No licence or registration is required for a compliant eRideable, but alcohol and drug offences apply in the same way they do to drivers.
How fast can an e-scooter go on a Perth footpath?
10 km/h, and you must give way to pedestrians. Shared paths and bike paths allow up to 25 km/h.
Sources
- WA Road Safety Commission (checked 23 Aug 2026)