E-Bikes for Everyone

The E-Bikes for Everyone program is currently closed

Up to $1,000 to purchase or lease an e-bike

The E-Bikes for Everyone program helps eligible residents purchase or lease a new e-bike. The incentive – up to $1,000 – will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. 

The rebate is for up to $1,000 for the purchase of a new e-bike OR you can lease an e-bike for one year through Ridepanda at a discounted rate.

See Frequently Asked Questions for more details

Are you eligible?

To qualify for E-Bikes for Everyone, you must meet the following:

  1. Live in San Mateo County or the City of Los Banos
  2. Show proof of any ONE of the following:
  • Clipper START 
  • Residency in Affordable Housing, Public Housing, or Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
  • California Alternate Rates for Energy Program (CARE) or Family Electrical Rate Assistance Program (FERA)
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
  • CalFresh/SNAP (Food Stamps)
  • Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
  • CalWORKs (TANF) or Tribal TANF Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Free or Reduced National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
  • Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)

Number of People*
Maximum Annual Income**
1
$60,240
2
$81,760
3
$103,280
4
$124,800
5
$146,320
6
$167,840
7
$189,360
8
$210,880

*Count only yourself plus any spouse and/or dependents you have.
** Adjusted gross income for your household; calculations based on 400% of the Federal Poverty Level (2024)

If you are using Option 2, you must provide a copy of your filed tax return that shows your Adjusted Gross Income. 

If you have additional questions about eligibility, please see our Frequently Asked Questions page for more information. 

Please refer to the program Terms & Conditions prior to application.

How it works

Step 1: Complete the application

E-bikes for Everyone application

If you need assistance completing the application or support in person, contact Senior Coastsiders or El Concilio (Hablamos Español)

Step 2: If approved, we will email you a unique code and details on how to purchase your e-bike from a participating bike shop, or how you can start a lease through Ridepanda. You will have 6 weeks (42 days) to either buy your bike or start a lease with Ridepanda.

Step 3: Purchase or lease your e-bike! 

E-Bike requirements

  • Must have operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts 
  • All classes (Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3) are eligible
  • Must be in new condition (demo bikes and blemished bikes are allowed)
  • Conversion kits, scooters, and mopeds are not eligible 
  • Accessories, bike locks, and helmets are not included
  • Assembly fees may be included

Learn more about e-bikes

We are partnering with the Silicon Valley Bike Coalition to provide more opportunities to learn about e-bikes. Whether you are just curious about e-bikes or you have already purchased your e-bike, they have something for you.

Attend an upcoming E-Bike Test Ride with the Silicon Valley Bike Coalition for an opportunity to test ride an e-bike from Sports Basement! 

E-Bike Test Ride Dates:
Saturday, June 1 at 10a.m. | Register here
Saturday, July 13 at 10a.m. | Register here
Saturday, August 3 at 10a.m. | Register here
Saturday, September 7 at 10a.m. | Register here