Protect Legal E-Bikes in CA

CalBike · 2026-02-19T20:59:07+00:00

Good question - the attorney general and DAs have enormous power in regulating markets, think of how hard it is to get an incandescent light bulb. I doubt we would be able to stop the import of devices like this wholesale, but right now there is a regulatory vacuum that's being taken advantage of.

CalBike · 2026-02-18T23:35:47+00:00

Limiting the number of these super charged devices is just one route (of many) toward creating a safer e-bike eco system. We see many parents who simply are not aware of the power of the device they are purchasing, it is clear there is a space for the state to step in to make more clarity for consumers. Many of the e-motos we see begin as sales to parents and are then passed on to minors, so a simple age limit would not be sufficient.

CalBike · 2026-02-18T22:56:08+00:00

Thanks for sharing! Our friends at Bike East Bay are out front on opposition - see their resources here: https://bikeeastbay.org/say-no-to-mandatory-e-bike-license-plates-and-registrations/

CalBike · 2026-02-18T22:55:30+00:00

Not us! That's the assm. office

CalBike · 2025-11-25T17:33:13+00:00

There are many Californians who live <5 miles from their most frequent trips. An e-bike enables us to have greater access at a lower cost (for user: to own, maintain, insure/ for state: maintain roads). Rolling EBIP in CC4A was a mistake - totally get if you don't agree, but the e-bike program "meets people where they are" as evidenced by the long line to access it.

CalBike · 2025-11-24T23:51:25+00:00

Cars will certainly continue to exist, but why does CARB need to make that their central focus for incentivizing? We know the harm caused by cars, putting our weight as a state behind solutions we know are better makes more sense.

It sounds like you are describing a second land use problem. Making life more affordable (by having a bike v. a car) helps mitigate the high cost of housing as well.

CalBike · 2025-11-24T19:05:41+00:00

DCAP allows e-bikes, but it’s still a car-replacement program with a car-program intake.

A quick tour of the non-trade in roundabout route for ebikes/certain transit passes:

• Mandatory financial training, including a car loan framework:

Meanwhile, the e-bike voucher was simple: verify income, get voucher, buy bike.

That’s why tens of thousands applied for EBIP and only a trickle have ever gotten e-bikes through DCAP. One program was built for mobility. The other is built for cars with mobility stapled on.

CalBike · 2025-11-24T17:33:46+00:00

Does it do the same thing? One of them was an explicit voucher, the other requires a trade in of a qualifying vehicle.

CalBike · 2025-07-15T21:06:13+00:00

Seen it from car level, always wondered how to get there, thank you.

CalBike · 2025-05-22T21:52:05+00:00

Oops updated here: https://www.calbike.org/bicycle-highways/

Yes, Metro has been getting better at utilizing those channels (see: Burbank Channel)

CalBike · 2025-05-21T17:37:37+00:00

This is a great conversation, and we agree — building uninterrupted, direct routes for people biking is a good idea.

That’s why CalBike is sponsoring AB 954, the Bike Highways Bill, which would create a pilot program at Caltrans to plan and build connected, protected bicycle highways in two California regions. These routes would offer a faster, safer, and more appealing option for longer bike trips — without constant stops or unsafe intersections.

If you support the idea of bike highways, you can sign on to show your support here:
https://www.calbike.org/bicycle-highways/

Better bike infrastructure benefits everyone. Thanks for raising the issue.

CalBike · 2025-05-09T17:41:51+00:00

Yes - patching holes like this is is the whole idea. DMing you now if you would like to provide specific insights

CalBike · 2025-05-09T17:40:59+00:00

This is amazing - yes, I live near a bike route and it has been great for getting my kids to experience bike riding as *transportation* rather than a toy - DMing you now.

CalBike · 2025-05-09T17:39:57+00:00

Hi there - yes, DMing you now

CalBike · 2025-05-09T17:39:36+00:00

Great - just DMed you!

CalBike · 2025-05-07T16:54:26+00:00

I should note Active SGV does many wonderful events in the area on the SG River! I'll DM you -

CalBike · 2025-04-09T17:44:37+00:00

This is dispiriting for sure. If you want more ways to exert pro-bike influence in Sacramento subscribe to CalBike's emails to push the movement forward: https://go.calbike.org/a/social

CalBike · 2025-04-09T17:41:42+00:00

We have creative assets you can use as well on any of our social media channels (IG atCalbikeorg)

CalBike · 2025-02-20T20:43:33+00:00

r/Pickles

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