E-Bike Education
You Have the Power! E-Bikes are a popular way to commute, explore and get out on the road. Following is essential information, education and training to keep new and returning riders safe on your e-bikes.
You Have The Power: FREE E-Bike Safety Classes
In Part 1: Learn the best ways to ride legally and safely and to take care of your e-bike.
In Part 2: Practice techniques and skills on our bikes, including a group ride.
The 2-part program covers bike safety basics, the ABC Quick Check, signaling, lane position, collision awareness, and other skills for safe and responsible e-bike riding, finishing with a fun group ride to practice your skills.
Requirements:
- You must have your own e-bike for Part 2, the on-bike segment.
- You must be able to comfortably handle and ride your bike.
- You must be age 16 or older.
- 16 to 18 year olds must be accompanied by an adult.
Upcoming Course dates:
Combined in-person, and on-bike session. You must bring your own e-bike.
First Thursday of the month, 5:30-7:00pm at Bike Newport, 62 Broadway, Newport RI 02840
Want to take the first part of the course online? – Register for online course.
Already taken Part 1? Register for the on-bike session only.
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