Colorado has two different programs that help you pay for an eBike, and people often mix them up. They work differently, they have different rules, and depending on your situation you might use one, the other, or both. Here’s a side-by-side look so you can figure out where you fit.

The short version

The rebate is bigger but limited: it’s for income-qualified residents, it requires registering during an enrollment window, and winners are picked at random. The tax credit is smaller but open to everyone: any Colorado resident can use it at the register, once a year, with no sign-up.

Side by side

	Colorado eBike Rebate	Colorado eBike Tax Credit
Amount	1,000(1,300 for cargo or adaptive eBikes)	$225
Who qualifies	Colorado residents 18+ with income under 80% of area median or enrolled in a qualifying assistance program	Any Colorado resident
How you get it	Register during an enrollment window, get randomly selected, upload proof, redeem within 60 days	Show proof of address and sign an affidavit at checkout
Standard eBike price limit	$5,000	None
Full-suspension eMTBs	Not eligible	Eligible
Limit	One per lifetime	One per calendar year
Next step	Enrollment October 19-26, 2026	Available any time at a participating retailer

Which one fits you?

If your income qualifies, register for the rebate. It’s the bigger discount by far, and registering is free. Just remember that selection is random, so it’s not a guarantee. The next window is October 19-26, and the ones after that are scheduled for January 11-18 and March 15-22, 2027.

If you’re buying an eMTB or a pricier bike, the tax credit is your option. The rebate excludes full-suspension bikes and caps standard eBikes at $5,000, but the tax credit has neither restriction. That means a trail bike or a high-end build can still get $225 off.

If you’re not sure you’ll be selected, don’t wait on the rebate to buy. The tax credit is there whenever you’re ready, and you don’t need to register for anything.

Can you use both?

Yes. If you’re selected for the rebate and buy from a retailer that participates in both programs, the two can be combined. Keep in mind the rebate has to be in hand before you buy the bike, and you have sixty days to redeem it once you’re approved.

Neither program covers sales tax, so budget for that either way.

Let us help you sort it out

We’re happy to walk you through both programs and help you pick a bike that qualifies. Come see us at 1601 S. Tejon St. in Colorado Springs, call (719) 473-1015, or check the official pages for the rebate and the tax credit.