EPISODE · Feb 16, 2025 · 34 MIN
License And Insurance for E-Bikes? And Is My E-bike Illegal in California Now? TWR Ep 18
from The Weekly Recharge from Electric Bike Report · host Electric Bike Report
In this week’s episode, we discuss a new bill that would require e-bikes to be licenses, registered, and insured as well as the legality of e-bikes in California.We also discuss the subject of tariffs is once again at the forefront. The de minimis exemption, previously closed by the Trump administration, has been reopened. In contrast with US policy, the UK has revoked tariffs on e-bikes imported from China. Additionally, we visit an e-bike-friendly trail system in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada. As always, we dive into a variety of questions submitted by our readers and viewers. This weeks topics include recommendations for on- and off-road-capable e-bikes under $1k, and the torque sensor on the Aventon Aventure.2. Deal Links: https://ebrdeals.com/SupberHumanBabyMakerIIClassic https://ebrdeals.com/TrekPromoshttps://ebrdeals.com/BackCountryPromos Recent Reviews:https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-soltera-2-5-review/https://electricbikereport.com/tenways-CG0600-Pro-C-Review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:https://www.cbisland.com/3-day-celtic-shores-coastal-trail-biking-itinerary/ Email questions to: [email protected] (or comment on this video, we love comments)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electricbikereport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeReportX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/E_BikeReport00:00 - Introduction00:38 - News Of The Week00:42- De Minimus Exemption Back In Place For Now02:17 - License And Insurance Requirement For E-Bikes04:26 - UK Revokes Tariffs on Non-Folding E-Bikes05:55 - Cool Pedal Design06:52 - Cool Ebike Finds12:28 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:30 - Ebike Trail Systems18:03 - Questions & Comments18:20 - Is The Lectric One Still Legal To Ride In California?20:08 - Will Tariff's Affect Bike Brands Like Specialized?21:22 - Ebike for Smooth Gravel Roads and Occasional Pavement?23:18 - How Sensitive Is The Torque Sensor On The Aventon Aventure 2?26:04 - Turbo Vado 4.0 EQ vs Bulls Iconic Evo TR 1 750?28:29 - Do We Do Any Testing On Conversion Kits?30:12 - Deals Of The Week32:59 - Rider Highlight34:04 - Wrap Up
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In this week’s episode, we discuss a new bill that would require e-bikes to be licenses, registered, and insured as well as the legality of e-bikes in California.We also discuss the subject of tariffs is once again at the forefront. The de minimis exemption, previously closed by the Trump administration, has been reopened. In contrast with US policy, the UK has revoked tariffs on e-bikes imported from China. Additionally, we visit an e-bike-friendly trail system in beautiful Nova Scotia, Canada. As always, we dive into a variety of questions submitted by our readers and viewers. This weeks topics include recommendations for on- and off-road-capable e-bikes under $1k, and the torque sensor on the Aventon Aventure.2. Deal Links: https://ebrdeals.com/SupberHumanBabyMakerIIClassic https://ebrdeals.com/TrekPromoshttps://ebrdeals.com/BackCountryPromos Recent Reviews:https://electricbikereport.com/aventon-soltera-2-5-review/https://electricbikereport.com/tenways-CG0600-Pro-C-Review/ E-Bike Trail System of the Week:https://www.cbisland.com/3-day-celtic-shores-coastal-trail-biking-itinerary/ Email questions to: [email protected] (or comment on this video, we love comments)Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/electricbikereport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElectricBikeReportX (Twitter): https://twitter.com/E_BikeReport00:00 - Introduction00:38 - News Of The Week00:42- De Minimus Exemption Back In Place For Now02:17 - License And Insurance Requirement For E-Bikes04:26 - UK Revokes Tariffs on Non-Folding E-Bikes05:55 - Cool Pedal Design06:52 - Cool Ebike Finds12:28 - Currently Testing & Recent Reviews15:30 - Ebike Trail Systems18:03 - Questions & Comments18:20 - Is The Lectric One Still Legal To Ride In California?20:08 - Will Tariff's Affect Bike Brands Like Specialized?21:22 - Ebike for Smooth Gravel Roads and Occasional Pavement?23:18 - How Sensitive Is The Torque Sensor On The Aventon Aventure 2?26:04 - Turbo Vado 4.0 EQ vs Bulls Iconic Evo TR 1 750?28:29 - Do We Do Any Testing On Conversion Kits?30:12 - Deals Of The Week32:59 - Rider Highlight34:04 - Wrap Up
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