Active transportation includes walking, bicycling, using small, wheeled vehicles, or mobility devices, such as scooters and other new types of lightweight, electric vehicles. In 2023, the League of American Bicyclists designated Chandler as a Bronze-Level Bicycle Friendly Community. With an extensive network of local and regional bike paths, lanes, and routes, getting around Chandler on your bike is easier than ever.
Chandler also offers many fantastic parks and trails to explore year-round. Riding your bike is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, get exercise, and spend time with friends and family. For more information about Chandler’s bike infrastructure, check out the Chandler Bike Map and Downtown Parking below. Visit the MAG Bikeways for regional bikeway connections to Chandler.
Please note that motorized vehicles are prohibited in all Chandler parks, trails, and sidewalks.
MAG Bikeways Chandler Bike Map Downtown Bike Parking E-Bike Information Guide
Chandler Family Bike Ride
Family time is the best time, and here in Chandler, we’re all family. Every April, in conjunction with Valley Bike Month, the City of Chandler hosts a Family Bike Ride. The event is free and registered participants will receive a free t-shirt while supplies last. The event will include light refreshments, information about bicycle safety, transit services and related topics.
For more information about this year's event, visit Chandler Family Bike Ride.
What Can I Ride Where?
Are you unsure where you can legally ride your e-bike, scooter, or other small personal vehicle in Chandler? You're not alone. This guide breaks down the rules and requirements for various types of personal transportation, helping to keep you and others safe and ensuring you ride legally.
Use the information below to find out:
- If your vehicle requires a license, registration, or insurance
- Where it is allowed to be ridden (roads, bike lanes, shared paths, etc.)
Class 1: Pedal assist only; motor stops at 20 mph.
Class 2: Pedal assist and throttle allowed; motor stops at 20 mph.
Helmets: Required for all e‑bike riders under 18.
*Any vehicle that does not fit the definitions of the three classes of e-bikes, even if it looks like one, is not considered an e-bike.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Bike lanes, sidewalks, and non-canal shared-use paths.
Speed Limit: 15 mph max/5 mph when passing a pedestrian on sidewalks and shared-use paths.
Class 3: Pedal assist only; motor stops at 28 mph.
Age Restriction: Must be at least 16 years old to operate.
Helmets: Required for all e‑bike riders under 18.
*Any vehicle that does not fit the definitions of the three classes of e-bikes, even if it looks like one, is not considered an e-bike.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Roadway and bike lanes
A manual-powered vehicle with two wheels, pedals, and no motor.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Bike lanes, sidewalks, roads, canals and other shared-use paths.
Motorized bikes that look like e-bikes, but do not fit the definition of the three classes of e-bikes.
Pedal assist speed exceeds 28mph, or
Throttle propelled speed exceeds 20mph, or
“E-Bike” without pedals
- License: Required
- Registration: Required
- Insurance: Required
Where can I ride?
Private property only and roadways only (not allowed on bike lanes).
A two-wheeled scooter with a small electric motor (like Bird or Lime rentals), no seat, and controlled with handlebars.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Roadways, bike lanes, sidewalks, and non-canal shared-use paths.
A gas-powered two-wheeled vehicle, usually smaller than a motorcycle, with a seat and step-through frame.
- License: Motorcycle license or endorsement required
- Registration: Required
- Insurance: Required
Where can I ride?
Roadway only
A motorized two-wheeled vehicle capable of high speeds.
- License: Motorcycle license or endorsement required
- Registration: Required
- Insurance: Required
Where can I ride?
Roadway only
A skateboard equipped with an electric or gas motor.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Private property only; not allowed on roadways, sidewalks, paths or bike lanes
A two-wheeled vehicle with a motor that can exceed 20 mph.
- License: Required
- Registration: Required
- Insurance: Required
Where can I ride?
Roadway only
A self-balancing electric board with a single large center wheel.
- License: Not required
- Registration: Not required
- Insurance: Not required
Where can I ride?
Private property only; not allowed on roadways, sidewalks, paths or bike lanes
Bike-Friendly Community
