Regulations on Electric Scooters
Last updated: March 1, 2026
Strict regulations govern the use of electric scooters on public roads. As a responsible retailer, Kukirin Genève aims to clearly inform its customers about the rules in effect.
What the Law Says
Electric scooters are classified according to their power and speed:
Allowed on public roads
- Maximum speed: 20 km/h
- Maximum motor power: 500W (0.5 kW)
- Treated as slow e-bikes
- No registration required
- Minimum age: 14 (with M license) or 16 (without license)
If the scooter exceeds 20 km/h or 500W
- "Light moped" category if speed between 20 and 25 km/h — requires registration, liability insurance, and minimum M category license
- "Moped" category if speed between 25 and 45 km/h — stricter requirements
- Over 45 km/h — cannot be registered, prohibited on public roads
KuKirin Models and the Law
KuKirin G2 Pro ABE — Approved for Public Roads
The KuKirin G2 Pro ABE is our only model limited to 20 km/h and 500W, compliant with regulations. It is allowed on public roads.
With the exception of expressly approved models, KuKirin electric scooters are designed to deliver high performance. This means that all other models offered on our website exceed the legal limits of 20 km/h and 500W for public road use.
These scooters are not approved for use on public roads and cannot obtain registration.
Conclusion: All our models are reserved for private land use only, except for the G2 Pro ABE (limited to 20 km/h).
What is "private land"?
- Private property (garden, yard, personal land)
- Private agricultural or industrial land
- Private circuits or tracks
- Any area that is not a public road or publicly accessible path
Legal Disclaimer
Only scooters limited to 20 km/h and 500W are allowed on public roads. With the exception of the G2 Pro ABE (limited to 20 km/h, 500W), KuKirin models exceed these limits. Purchasing these products implies exclusive use on private land. The buyer acknowledges that use on public roads is prohibited and assumes all risks in case of violation.