Check the local rules before you choose a category.

Rules for personal mobility devices are not identical across Australia. Before making a purchase decision, check the official transport authority for the state or territory where you expect to ride — particularly if the plan involves a privately owned e-scooter.

Questions to answer locally

• Where can this type of device be ridden?
• Does an age limit, speed limit or helmet rule apply?
• Are there differences between private devices and share-scheme devices?
• How will the rules affect the route you intend to use?

Why this changes the decision

If a planned route is not permitted or practical, a different category may be a better investment.