Colorado State E-Bike Tax Credit (Point-of-Sale)
$225 point-of-sale discount for calendar year 2026.
Who qualifiesColorado residents buying a qualified new e-bike from participating retailers.
Where to buyParticipating retailers
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State rebate program
E-Bike Rebates in Colorado
Colorado has active statewide and local e-bike incentives, with standard or cargo savings up to $900. Denver's next voucher release is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
Last verified August 2026 by Ariel Rider Research Team
Program details
28 programs in Colorado
Open, scheduled, paused, and closed state, utility, and local programs are labeled separately.
Open programs
Edwards Metro District E-Bike Rebate
$200 rebate for a qualifying new e-bike.
Who qualifiesFull-time residents within Edwards Metro District purchasing a qualifying new e-bike costing more than $500; receipt must be submitted wi...
Where to buyOpen retailer network
Gunnison County Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesGCEA members purchasing qualifying new electric outdoor equipment; application and receipt must meet current program requirements.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate issued by GCEA
Holy Cross Energy E-Bike Rebate
$50 rebate for a qualifying new e-bike.
Who qualifiesActive Holy Cross Energy members in good standing purchasing a new e-bike intended to replace vehicle miles; lifetime limit two rebates p...
Where to buyOpen retailer network, including online purchases
Highline Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesHighline Electric Association members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike; application due within 90 days of purchase.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; submit Highline's outdoor power rebate form
LPEA Outdoor Electric Equipment and E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $100.
Who qualifiesLPEA residential and commercial members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike with MSRP below $2,000; applications must be submitted within ...
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate issued as an LPEA bill credit
Town of Erie Energy Efficiency Rebate - E-Bike
$100 rebate for a qualifying e-bike.
Who qualifiesTown of Erie utility customers with current, non-delinquent accounts; purchases must be between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2026; qualifying clas...
Where to buyOpen retailer network/varies
Mountain View Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesMVEA members purchasing a qualifying new battery-powered e-bike; minimum purchase price $50; application due within 90 days.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate applied as an MVEA bill credit
Poudre Valley REA Electric Bicycle Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150 per e-bike.
Who qualifiesPVREA members purchasing a qualifying new battery-powered e-bike; minimum purchase price $50; application due within 90 days.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebates under $250 are issued as bill credits
San Isabel Electric E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesSan Isabel Electric members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike, enrolled or enrolling in the Off-Peak Plus program; application and paid ...
Where to buyOpen retailer network; apply through SIEA's residential rebate form
Morgan County REA E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesMorgan County REA members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike installed on MCREA lines; application and dated receipt due within 90 days.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; apply through MCREA's online outdoor power equipment form
San Miguel Power Electric Commuter Bicycle Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesCurrent SMPA members purchasing a qualifying electric commuter bicycle; online application and itemized receipt due within 60 days.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate issued by check
Southeast Colorado Power Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesSECPA members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike; completed application and itemized receipt due within 90 days.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; submit application to SECPA
Mt. Crested Butte Regular E-Bike Rebate Program
$500 for an e-bike purchased outside Gunnison County, $550 from a Gunnison County retailer, or $600 from a Mt. Creste...
Who qualifiesMt. Crested Butte residents and residential property owners purchasing a qualifying new e-bike on or after January 1, 2026. A qualifying ...
Where to buyOpen retailer network, including online purchases; rebate amount depends on retailer location
Empire Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible electric bicycle cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesActive Empire Electric Association members purchasing a qualifying new electric bicycle; minimum purchase price $50; application and rece...
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate issued as an electric-bill credit
White River Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesWhite River Electric Association members purchasing qualifying new equipment; submit the application and receipt within 90 days of purchase.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; submit the current WREA outdoor-equipment application
Sangre de Cristo Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25% of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesEligible Sangre de Cristo Electric Association account holders purchasing a qualifying new e-bike; minimum purchase price $50; applicatio...
Where to buyOpen retailer network; rebate issued as a bill credit
Black Hills Energy Income-Qualified E-Bike Purchase Rebate
Up to $500, excluding tax.
Who qualifiesIncome-qualified Black Hills Energy Colorado electric residential customers age 18 or older with an account in good standing.
Where to buyNew qualifying Class 1, 2, 3, or adaptive e-bike from a participating retailer; submit the post-sale application by mail or email.
San Luis Valley REC E-Bike Rebate
25 percent of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesSan Luis Valley REC members purchasing a qualifying new e-bike under the 2026 rebate rules.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; submit the current rebate application with a paid receipt.
K.C. Electric Association E-Bike Rebate
25 percent of eligible e-bike cost, up to $150.
Who qualifiesK.C. Electric Association members purchasing qualifying new battery-powered electric-bicycle equipment under the current rebate rules.
Where to buyOpen retailer network; submit an itemized receipt within 90 days.
Y-W Electric Bicycle Rebate
A current 2026 electric-bicycle rebate is available; the bicycle-specific amount is not published.
Who qualifiesY-W Electric members with qualifying equipment installed on Y-W lines, subject to onsite verification and current program rules.
Where to buySubmit the current utility rebate application with a dated invoice or bill of sale.
Scheduled programs
E-Bike and E-Cargo Bike Rebate Vouchers
Standard e-bike rebate: $675 in 2026 State of Colorado e-bike tax credit: $225 in 2026 Combined standard or e-cargo d...
Who qualifiesDenver residents age 16+ living in the City and County of Denver. Standard and e-cargo rebates require household income at or below the p...
Where to buyParticipating bike shops
Adams County Planned E-Bike Voucher Program
Planned standard and higher income-qualified e-bike voucher tiers; amounts are not yet published.
Who qualifiesAdams County residents; detailed eligibility rules are not yet published.
Where to buyNot yet published.
Paused programs
City of Boulder E-Bike Vouchers
The paused 2024 program offered income-qualified vouchers from $1,600 to $2,700, plus an optional $200 starter kit.
Who qualifiesNo current applications. The 2024 program was limited to income-qualified City of Boulder residents selected through a lottery.
Where to buyParticipating local bike shops during an active voucher round
Town of Basalt E-Bike Rebate Program
The 2025 program offered a $500 rebate for a commuter-style e-bike. The program ended early on September 3, 2025, and...
Who qualifiesNo current applications. The 2025 program was available to Town of Basalt residents, one rebate per person.
Closed programs
Choose Your Ride, Shift Your Ride
The earlier grant-funded program distributed e-bikes or Spin passes to eligible participants; no current consumer pur...
Who qualifiesNo current applications. The earlier program served low-income Fort Collins residents and selected CSU participants.
Mt. Crested Butte 2024 Income-Based E-Bike Grant Program
The closed 2024 income-based grant program offered $1,500 at or below 80% AMI, $1,000 from 80% to 100% AMI, $800 from...
Who qualifiesNo current applications. The historical 2024 program required full-time Mt. Crested Butte residency, age 18 or older, proof of income, an...
City of Durango E-Bike Rebate Program
City rebate program not offered for 2026; prior local rebates were $500-$1,500 plus local-shop bonus.
How to claim
Four steps. One rebate.
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Confirm eligibility
Check Colorado's income, residency, and program requirements. Have proof of address and income documentation ready.
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Pick your bike
Choose a qualifying Ariel Rider. Most programs accept Class 1, 2, or 3 e-bikes with UL-certified batteries under an MSRP cap.
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Buy from an authorized seller
Buy direct from arielrider.com or an authorized dealer. Save every receipt: programs require an itemized invoice.
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Submit your claim
Upload your receipt + proof of residency through the official portal (apply here). Approvals typically take 4 to 8 weeks.
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Answers
Common rebate questions in Colorado
Can I combine Colorado rebates with federal or utility rebates?
In many cases yes. State, utility, and city rebates often stack as long as each program's terms allow it. Always read the official rules before purchasing.
Do I have to meet income limits?
Many programs have income-based tiers with higher rebate amounts for low and moderate income applicants. Some are open to all residents. Check the eligibility section above for Colorado.
How long does approval take?
Typical turnaround is 4 to 8 weeks. Some instant-rebate programs apply the discount at checkout with a participating retailer.
Is the rebate taxable?
Most state e-bike rebates are not treated as taxable income, but consult a tax professional for your situation.
Are Ariel Rider e-bikes eligible?
Most Ariel Rider Class 2 e-bikes meet program requirements: pedal-assist + throttle, 750W motor, 20 mph throttle cap, UL-certified batteries. Off-road PPB models are not street-legal and do not qualify.
Verified by
Ariel Rider Research Team
Last verified August 2026
Sources
- Colorado State E-Bike Tax Credit (Point-of-Sale)
- Colorado State E-Bike Tax Credit (Point-of-Sale)
- Denver E-Bike Rebate Vouchers
Rebate amounts and eligibility change frequently. Always verify on the official program page before purchase.