The City of Bend Police Department issued reminders about e-bikes as the weather warms and the school year ends.

In its post, the department said e-bikes cannot be legally ridden by anyone under the age of 16, and that changes are coming on Jan. 1, 2027.

The department also listed other requirements:

• E-bikes cannot be ridden on sidewalks.
• E-bike riders must follow all rules of the road.
• Passengers are only allowed on e-bikes if the bike is designed and safely equipped for them.

The department said people can take a free class to learn how to safely and legally operate an e-bike through Commute Options.

More information was shared through a link to a post on June 22, 2026.

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