E-Bike Education
You Have the Power! E-Bikes are quickly becoming a popular way of commuting, exploring and getting out on the road. Bike Newport is here to provide essential education and training to keep new and returning riders safe on your e-bikes
Our fun, 2-part course includes
Part 1 – A FREE one-hour program with clear, simple, actionable steps to learn the best way to ride and care for your e-bike.
You can take Part 1 in-person or online
- an e-bike is not required
- Ages 16+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Part 2 – On-bike class with skills practice and a group ride. We’ll cover bike safety basics, like…
– The ABC Quick Check, signaling, lane position, collision awareness for safe and responsible e-bike riding, and finish with a fun group ride to practice your skills!
- Your own bike is required, tuned up and ready to go.
- You must be able to comfortably handle your own bike.
- Ages 16+ (under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)
Upcoming Course dates:
More dates are always being added, check back here often!
Part 1 – Register free for in-person or online course
Thursday May 29th, 6-7pm at Bike Newport, 62 Broadway, Newport
Part 2 – In-person, on-bike session.
You must bring your own e-bike
Saturday May 17, 10am-11am at Newport Traffic Garden, 120 Hillside Ave, Newport
Saturday June 21, 10am-11am at Newport Traffic Garden, 120 Hillside Ave, Newport
Saturday July 19, 10am-11am at Newport Traffic Garden, 120 Hillside Ave, Newport
Interested in bringing e-bike education to your business or community group?
Find out about our Lunch & Learn sessions.
This program is generously funded by RI State Representatives:
Representative Lauren Carson of Newport
Representative Marvin Abney of Newport and Middletown
Representative Terri Cortvriend of Middletown and Portmouth
Representative Alan Finkelman of Middletown and Jamestown
And by the Rhode Island Foundation Newport County Fund,
and Rhode Island Department of Transportation Division of Highway Safety.
Bike Newport