Starting September 2024
Electric assist bikes or e-bikes are similar to traditional bikes but are equipped with a low speed electric motor that can help a rider:
Haul more weight
Extend a trip
Travel faster
Go more places!
Electric bicycles are helping breakdown the most common barriers to bicycling (“it’s too far/difficult/scary/hot/hilly…”) and giving more people access to the awesome world of bicycling– which is great! Curious to try one for yourself?! Come out to a free E-Bikes 101 Workshop brought to you by Hawai‘i Bicycling League and get the chance to test ride an e-bike for yourself (and much more!).
This 2-hour interactive workshop is made free to the public through a grant from the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation and will go over the most essential e-bike topics: what Hawai‘i’s laws say about e-bikes, introduction & rundown of e-bike lingo, what sets them apart from traditional bicycles, pros & cons on different component options, and best practices for safe e-biking in Hawai‘i! These workshops are designed to get responsible teens & adults into the awesome world of electric bicycles safely & confidently with Hawai‘i’s bicycling-experts.
upcoming (free!) e-bike classes:
There is no fee to participate in this workshop. Registrants will get to choose from a wide array of different styles of e-bikes provided by HBL, or opt to bring their personal e-bike.
Signing up for a class gets you an e-bike to try out for the workshop! Sign-ups are on a first-come, first-served basis. SPACE IS LIMITED. Secure your spot today!
Workshop registration will close when class capacity has been reached or 24-hours before the start of the workshop.
Those under 15 years of age are allowed to attend the workshops to learn but will not be permitted to operate any e-bike during the workshop.
workshop includes:
- Learn critical differences that set e-bikes apart from traditional bicycles
- Try out e-bikes! Participants choose from different types & styles of e-bikes from six bike stores around O‘ahu
- How e-bikes can benefit everyone in Hawai‘i & where to find other riding resources
- Hawai‘i-specific definitions & e-bike regulations
- Overview of e-bike anatomy & special features
- What e-bike owners wish they knew before buying their e-bike
- How to adjust a bike & perform a quick safety check of your equipment
- How to keep your Lithium-ion battery & tips on preserving range
- Go over maintenance, theft prevention, and additional accessories
If you’re an adult considering an e-bike or just looking to get the low-down on e-bikes in Hawai‘i, this workshop is for YOU. Let HBL’s friendly & knowledgeable instructors help answer your most burning questions about all-things e-bikes!
These workshops are brought to you by the Hawai‘i Bicycling League (HBL) and funded through a grant from the State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation.
Additional e-bike educational opportunities coming up:
Let’s Talk About: E-Bike Safety
9/09/2024 (Monday)
5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
@‘Ewa Beach Public Library | Address: 91-950 North Road, ‘Ewa Beach, HI 96706
This talk on e-bikes is presented by Hawai‘i Bicycling League and will be covering all the essentials that folks need to know about electric bicycles– defining what an e-bike is, discussing why Hawai‘i is seeing a rise in ridership, what rules riders & drivers need to know about, and other essential safety tips to keep all road users safe.
More info: www.librarieshawaii.org/event/e-bike-safety/.
Anyone who requires an auxiliary aid or service for effective communication, or a modification of policies or procedures to participate in a program, service, or activity should contact library staff as soon as possible. Advance requests 48 hours or more before the event are encouraged, but not required. All programs are subject to change.
Waipahu Community Roundtable: E-Bike Safety
9/10/2024 (Tuesday)
6:00 – 7:30pm
@August Ahrens Elementary School | Address: 94-1170 Waipahu St, Waipahu, HI 96797
Honolulu City Councilmember Augie Tulba is hosting a (District 9) community roundtable in Waipahu talking about e-bike safety and discussing solutions to reduce speeding.
The event will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at August Ahrens Elementary School and is free and open to the public. Join in on a discussion about e-bikes and public safety, with speakers from the City & County of Honolulu Department of Transportation Services, Hawai‘i Bicycling League, and the Honolulu Police Department.
More info: https://www.augietulbahnl.com/bikesafety
Previous coverage from: www.staradvertiser.com/2024/06/18/breaking-news/councilmember-tulba-holding-e-bike-roundtable-today/
Hawai‘i State E-Bike Laws
- Minimum Age: Age minimum for e-bike riders is 15 years old.
- Helmet Requirement: A properly fastened helmet is required when bicycling for riders under 16 years of age.
- License and Registration: Registration is required for those operating an e-bike on public roadways ($30 one-time fee for e-bikes). Driver’s license and insurance is not required.
- Speed Limit: E-bikes may not exceed 20 mph when being powered by the electric motor. Note: the motor will cease providing assistance at it’s “top assisted speed”, but the rider can keep pedaling faster to make the e-bike go faster.
- Where Allowed: E-bikes are allowed on any roadway, lane, or path that traditional bicycles are allowed on, including shared-use paths.
E-Bike Safety and Speed: Key Insights from Hawaii Bicycle League
Featured on KHON2 (7/25/2024)