Compliance · Warranty · FAQ

The fine print, made simple.

Every RatKat ships road-legal across Australia, backed by a 2-year parts warranty and 7-day returns. Here's the rundown on what makes your ride road-ready — and when it's best kept to the backyard track.

Road-legal

All AU states

2-year

Parts warranty

7-day

Bike returns

Zip + Afterpay

At checkout

The short version

Legal on roads & bike paths.

No license. No registration. Just pedal, assist, and ride responsibly. Six rules cover it.

01
Pedal-assist only
Motor engages only while you're pedalling.
02
25 km/h cut-off
Power assistance cuts out at 25 km/h on public roads.
03
Throttle to 6 km/h
Throttle is permitted up to 6 km/h — pedal beyond that.
04
Helmet required
Mandatory in every state and territory. No exceptions.
05
Passengers
Only on bikes built for it — extended saddle + rear pegs.
06
Local rules apply
Each state varies slightly. Check yours before you ride.

Road-Legal

Built to AU public-road spec.

Our road-legal models meet Australian public-road standards (EN15194): 250W continuous output, pedal-assist with throttle to 6 km/h, and a 25 km/h power cut-off. Ride them on roads, bike paths, and shared paths.

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Private Property

Higher-output, off-road only.

If your bike exceeds 250W continuous output (500W in some states) or you ride with throttle alone, it's legal for private property only — your own track, farm, or land. Always check local laws before riding anywhere road-related.

Ride responsibly

Know your state

State-by-state.

Regulations vary slightly between states and update from time to time. We've linked the official source for each.

Ride smart. Ride legal.

Helmets, lights, reflectors, good judgment —
never out of style.

Stay visible. Stay alert. Stay out of trouble. Regulations are subject to change without notice — it's your responsibility to know and follow local laws wherever you ride.

FAQs

Questions, answered.

The things we get asked most — straight answers, no fluff. Still stuck? Hit us up at sales@ratkat.com.au.

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Are RatKat bikes road-legal in Australia?

Yes. All RatKat e-bikes are sold in a road-legal configuration that meets the 250W continuous / 25 km/h pedal-assist limits required across Australian states. A compliance card and AU manual ship with every bike.

What about throttle and off-road use?

Models with throttle-assist are limited to 6 km/h walk-assist for on-road use. Off-road use on private property is at the rider's discretion and must comply with local laws.

What warranty do RatKat bikes come with?

Two years on all parts — motor, battery, controller, and frame. Wear items like brake pads and tyres are excluded from warranty as standard.

Do you ship Australia-wide?

Yes — free shipping on all orders over $100, AU-wide. Bikes ship fully built, requiring only handlebar and pedal install.

Can I return a bike if it's not for me?

Yes — 7-day returns on bikes in unused condition. Apparel and accessories follow standard 30-day return terms.

Is finance available?

Yes. Zip and Afterpay are supported at checkout on all orders.

The fine print, made simple.

Legal on roads & bike paths.

Pedal-assist only

25 km/h cut-off

Throttle to 6 km/h

Helmet required

Passengers

Local rules apply

Built to AU public-road spec.

Higher-output, off-road only.

State-by-state.

Helmets, lights, reflectors, good judgment —never out of style.

Questions, answered.

Helmets, lights, reflectors, good judgment —
never out of style.