Denver E-Bike Rebate 2026: Get Up to $900 Off

Last Updated on July 28, 2026 by Kristina

Update – July 28, 2026: All vouchers from Denver’s July release have been claimed. The final scheduled 2026 voucher release is Tuesday, September 8, at 11:00 a.m. Denver has also introduced a waiting list for vouchers that expire without being used.

Denver residents may be able to save up to $900 on a qualifying new e-bike in 2026. The current savings combine a $675 City and County of Denver voucher with Colorado’s $225 point-of-sale e-bike discount.

However, the Denver voucher is no longer available to every resident regardless of income. Standard voucher applicants must meet the city’s 2026 household income limit, provide an approved proof-of-income document, and apply during an official voucher release.

Before choosing a bike, I recommend reviewing my complete e-bike buying guide. You can also compare current models in my guide to the best electric bikes of 2026.

Denver E-Bike Rebate 2026 Quick Facts

Program detail	2026 information
Denver standard e-bike voucher	$675
Colorado point-of-sale discount	$225
Maximum combined discount	$900
Maximum percentage of bike price covered	80%, excluding sales tax
Minimum applicant age	16
Residency requirement	City and County of Denver
Income requirement	Household income at or below the applicable 2026 limit
Final scheduled release	September 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
Voucher redemption period	45 days after approval
Where the voucher can be used	A participating brick-and-mortar bike shop

Current Denver E-Bike Rebate Status

Denver scheduled three standard voucher releases for 2026:

• May 19, 2026 – completed
• July 7, 2026 – completed, with all vouchers claimed
• September 8, 2026 – final scheduled release

The September application is scheduled to open at 11:00 a.m. Denver time. Denver says its e-bike vouchers have historically been claimed very quickly, so applicants should prepare their accounts and eligibility documents before release day.

Denver also introduced a waiting list in 2026. Once the initial vouchers are claimed, additional eligible applicants may be added to the list. If an approved voucher expires without being redeemed, the city may offer it to someone on the waiting list.

Because funding, application dates, and program details can change, check the official Denver e-bike rebate program before applying.

How Much Is the Denver E-Bike Rebate?

The City and County of Denver’s standard 2026 voucher is worth $675. A qualifying purchaser can combine it with Colorado’s $225 e-bike point-of-sale discount, creating a potential total discount of $900.

Both incentives are applied when the bike is purchased. You do not have to pay the full price and wait to receive a reimbursement later. A participating bike shop applies the available discounts directly to the purchase.

The Colorado Energy Office’s e-bike tax credit information explains the statewide discount, participating-retailer requirement, proof-of-residency rules, and eligible-bike standards.

How the 80% Price Limit Works

The combined Denver and Colorado incentives cannot cover more than 80% of the e-bike’s purchase price before sales tax.

For example, the maximum discount on a $1,000 e-bike would be $800, even though the two incentives have a combined value of up to $900. You would pay the remaining $200 plus applicable sales tax.

On a qualifying $2,000 e-bike, the full $900 could be applied. You would pay the remaining $1,100, plus sales tax and any separate assembly or accessory charges.

Unused voucher value is not paid in cash and cannot be converted into store credit. Denver does not list a minimum or maximum bike price, but the 80% limit still applies.

Who Qualifies for the Denver E-Bike Rebate?

To apply for a standard Denver voucher in 2026, you must:

• Be at least 16 years old
• Live within the City and County of Denver
• Provide proof of a physical Denver address
• Meet the household income limit for your household size
• Submit one of the income documents accepted by the city
• Purchase a qualifying new e-bike for personal use

An address elsewhere in the Denver metropolitan area does not automatically qualify. The applicant must live within the official City and County of Denver boundaries.

Denver E-Bike Rebate Income Limits for 2026

The standard 2026 voucher is income-capped. Denver currently lists the following household income limits:

Household size	Maximum household income
1 person	$100,800
2 people	$115,200
3 people	$129,600
4 people	$144,000
5 people	$155,600
6 or more people	$167,100

Your household income must be at or below the limit for your household size.

Documents You Need to Apply

Denver requires proof of residency and proof that your household meets the income requirement.

Supplying the wrong document could cause your application to be denied. Denver does not guarantee that an applicant who submits an unacceptable document will be allowed to replace it later.

Accepted Proof of Denver Residency

Residency documents must show a physical Denver address and be dated within one year of the application. Denver lists the following examples:

• A Colorado driver’s license
• A Colorado state identification card
• A current lease
• A current Xcel Energy bill

Accepted Proof of Income Eligibility

Denver says applicants must upload at least one of the following:

• Proof of enrollment in Energy Outreach Colorado’s Colorado Affordable Residential Energy Program
• Proof of enrollment in an Xcel Energy income-qualified demand-side management program
• Proof of enrollment in Xcel Energy’s income-qualified Community Solar Gardens program
• Proof of enrollment in the Denver Property Tax Relief Program
• Proof of Social Security Disability Insurance
• Proof of Supplemental Security Income
• Proof of Old Age Pension benefits
• The cover page of the previous year’s federal Form 1040 showing line 11
• Form SSA-1099

Important: Denver says it does not accept SNAP enrollment, Medicaid enrollment, W-2 forms, or Colorado state tax returns as proof of income eligibility.

How to Apply for the Denver E-Bike Rebate

1. Create Your Account Before Release Day

You can create a Submittable account before the application opens. Save your password somewhere secure because resetting it on release day could delay your application.

You cannot upload your eligibility documents in advance. Document uploads become available only after the rebate application officially opens.

2. Prepare Your Documents

Save clear digital copies of your residency and income documents. Denver currently limits uploaded files to 5MB.

Check that the name, address, income information, and document dates are easy to read. Confirm that your proof-of-income document is specifically included on Denver’s accepted list.

3. Open the Denver Application at 11:00 A.M.

On September 8, open the application through the official Denver rebate page, rather than going only to the general Submittable login screen.

Sign in, open the program application, and submit your contact information, Denver address, and eligibility documents as quickly and accurately as possible.

4. Watch for an Approval Email

Denver says the initial application review may take up to 14 business days.

If the city requests additional documentation, you will generally have seven days to provide it. If the requested information is not received, the voucher may be offered to the next person on the waiting list.

Approved applicants receive an email titled “Denver Project Coordinator” containing the voucher code. Check your spam or junk folder if you are expecting a decision.

5. Redeem the Voucher Within 45 Days

The voucher is normally valid for 45 days.

Denver says an applicant experiencing delays may request a 90-day extension, but an extension should not be assumed unless the city approves it.

What E-Bikes Qualify?

A bike purchased with the Denver voucher must be:

• New rather than used
• Intended for the applicant’s personal use
• Equipped with two or three wheels
• Equipped with fully operable pedals
• Powered by an electric motor rated at 750W or less
• A qualifying Class 1, Class 2, or Class 3 e-bike
• Fully assembled when it is delivered to the purchaser

Class 1 and Class 2 e-bikes stop providing motor assistance at 20 mph. Class 3 e-bikes provide pedal assistance up to 28 mph.

My guide to Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3 e-bikes explains the differences between the three classifications and why they matter for access and riding rules.

Qualifying e-cargo bikes are also included. Denver describes an eligible cargo bike as having an extended frame designed to carry passengers or larger loads, with a published cargo capacity of at least 100 lb.

Fit still matters even when a rebate makes a bike more affordable. My e-bike size calculator can help you check frame and rider-fit considerations before committing to a model.

What Cannot Be Purchased With the Voucher?

The Denver voucher cannot be used for:

• Used e-bikes
• E-bike conversion kits
• Gas-powered bikes
• E-motos or vehicles outside Colorado’s e-bike definition
• Bikes with motors exceeding 750W
• Bikes designed to provide motor assistance above 28 mph
• Full-suspension electric mountain bikes
• Online-only purchases

Colorado’s separate state discount may apply to certain full-suspension electric mountain bikes. However, Denver says the state discount cannot be combined with a Denver voucher for that type of bike.

Battery Certification Requirements

Denver says participating shops may redeem vouchers only for e-bikes with batteries certified to meet the city’s safety standards.

Colorado’s statewide program also requires an eligible bike to meet UL 2849 or EN 15194 certification standards.

Certification does not eliminate every battery risk, but it provides more meaningful safety evidence than an unsupported manufacturer claim. Confirm the certification for the complete bike and battery system before purchasing.

Where Can You Use the Denver Voucher?

The voucher must be redeemed in person at a participating brick-and-mortar bike shop. Online purchases are not eligible.

The shop will confirm that the name on the voucher matches the purchaser’s identification. Participating shops must also provide local sales, service, and repair support for the bikes they sell through the program.

The retailer list can change. Use Denver’s current participating-bike-shop information instead of relying on an older saved list.

Adaptive E-Bike Rebates

Denver offers separate adaptive e-bike vouchers for residents with disabilities who cannot use a standard e-bike. Adaptive applications are not limited to the three standard voucher release dates.

Standard Adaptive E-Bike Voucher

Denver currently lists the standard adaptive voucher as $625. The city says it can be combined with Colorado’s $225 discount.

However, Denver’s page also describes the combined standard adaptive discount as $900. The stated amounts of $625 and $225 add up to $850, not $900.

Because the city’s page is internally inconsistent, applicants should confirm the current maximum standard adaptive discount directly with Denver before selecting a bike or calculating their expected cost.

Enhanced Adaptive E-Bike Voucher

Denver lists the enhanced adaptive voucher as $1,175. When combined with the $225 Colorado discount, the maximum stated discount is $1,400.

The same 80% purchase-price limit applies.

There is no income cap for Denver’s adaptive vouchers, but applicants must document a disability-related need for an adaptive bike. An approved medical professional must verify that need in writing.

Adaptive bikes are often substantially more expensive than standard e-bikes, so an applicant may still have significant out-of-pocket costs after applying the voucher.

Denver instructs residents interested in an adaptive voucher to contact the rebate program at EBikeRebates@denvergov.org for an application.

Important Rules to Know Before Applying

• A Denver voucher cannot be used for an online purchase.
• You are responsible for sales tax.
• The shop may charge a separate assembly fee.
• You cannot receive cash or store credit for unused voucher value.
• Once you redeem a Denver voucher, you cannot receive a second city voucher.
• Denver does not provide a replacement voucher if a bike purchased with a voucher is later stolen.
• If a 2026 voucher expires without being redeemed, you may apply again through the normal application process.
• Denver’s Fix-a-Flat assistance program is currently paused.

A good lock and suitable insurance can matter when buying a higher-value bike. My guide to e-bike theft and homeowners insurance explains why a standard policy may not provide the protection riders expect.

Why Is the Colorado Discount $225 When Another State Page Mentions $250?

The customer-facing Colorado Energy Office page says buyers receive a $225 point-of-sale discount beginning January 1, 2026.

The Colorado Department of Revenue’s technical electric bicycle credit guidance discusses a $250 retailer tax credit for certain retailer tax years beginning in 2026.

These figures refer to different sides of the program. The retailer’s tax credit is not necessarily the same as the discount passed to the customer. For Denver voucher purchases, the city and Colorado Energy Office currently tell shoppers to expect a $225 state discount.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Denver E-Bike Rebate Open Now?

All vouchers from the July 7 release have been claimed. The final scheduled standard voucher release for 2026 is September 8 at 11:00 a.m.

Applicants who miss the initial allocation may be placed on a waiting list.

Can Anyone Who Lives in Colorado Apply?

No. The $675 Denver voucher is limited to residents of the City and County of Denver who meet the age and household-income requirements.

Colorado residents outside Denver may still qualify for the separate statewide point-of-sale e-bike discount.

Can I Combine the Denver Rebate With the Colorado Discount?

Yes. A qualifying purchase can combine the $675 Denver voucher with the $225 Colorado discount for up to $900 off, subject to the 80% purchase-price limit.

Can I Buy an E-Bike Online?

No. The Denver voucher must be redeemed in person at a participating brick-and-mortar shop.

Can I Use the Voucher on a Used E-Bike?

No. The bike must be new.

Can I Use the Voucher for an E-Bike Conversion Kit?

No. Denver limits the voucher to the purchase of a complete qualifying e-bike.

Can I Buy a Full-Suspension Electric Mountain Bike?

Not with the Denver voucher.

Colorado’s separate state discount may cover certain qualifying full-suspension e-bikes, but Denver says it cannot be combined with the city voucher for that purchase.

What Happens if I Am Placed on the Waiting List?

Denver will send an email confirming your waiting-list status.

If an approved voucher expires without being used, the city may reissue it to someone on the list. A reissued voucher is generally valid for 45 days.

Can I Apply Again if My Voucher Expired?

Denver says people whose vouchers expired may apply again in 2026.

However, someone who has already redeemed a Denver voucher cannot receive another city voucher.

My Take

Denver’s 2026 rebate remains one of the more valuable local e-bike incentives, especially because the city voucher and state discount can be combined at the register. A potential $900 discount can put a dependable commuter, comfort, or cargo e-bike within reach for households that might otherwise postpone the purchase.

The biggest challenge is the application process. The vouchers move quickly, the income-document rules are unusually specific, and uploading an unapproved document could cause an application to be denied. I would create the account early, place the required files in one easy-to-find folder, and confirm the exact bike and participating shop before release day.

Do not let the rebate pressure you into choosing the wrong bike. Fit, weight, braking, battery certification, service support, and replacement-parts availability still matter more than obtaining the largest possible discount.

Official Sources

• City and County of Denver – E-Bike Rebate Program
• Colorado Energy Office – E-Bike Tax Credit
• Colorado Department of Revenue – Electric Bicycle Credit Guidance

Program details last researched and verified: July 28, 2026.