Portland Ebike Rebate Program – Clever Cycles
Portland E-Bike Rebate Program
Clever Cycles is a participating retailer in Portland's PCEF E-Bike Rebate Program (Portland Rides). Funded by the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund, this program helps Portland residents with low to moderate incomes get an ebike at a significant discount — up to $2,650 for a cargo ebike with accessories, or up to $1,900 for a standard ebike with accessories.
The full program launches in April 2026 and is open to all qualifying Portland residents. Despite the name "rebate," this is actually a voucher program — you do not pay full price upfront. Once approved, you bring your voucher to our shop and the rebate is applied at the time of purchase.
Rebate Amounts
- Standard Class 1 or 2 ebike: up to $1,600
- Cargo ebike: up to $2,350
- Adaptive ebike: up to $8,500
- Accessories/Equipment: $300 additional rebate for all approved recipients (helmets, locks, lights, etc.)
Who Is Eligible
- Portland resident
- Age 18 or older
- Household income at or below 60% of Portland's Area Median Income (AMI) for standard and cargo e-bikes
- Household income at or below 80% AMI for adaptive ebikes
Not sure if you qualify? Visit portlandebikerebate.com/for-applicants for income guidelines by household size.
How It Works
- Complete a free safety training — Take a free ebike safety course through Commute Options and keep your certificate of completion.
- Submit your pre-application — Provide your address and general income information at portlandebikerebate.com. Once submitted, you'll remain in every monthly drawing until selected or the program ends.
- Lottery selection — Applicants are selected through a random drawing held on the third Monday of each month. Over the program's three-year span, Portland plans to issue up to 6,000 vouchers.
- Complete your full application — If selected, you'll have 8 days to provide proof of Portland residency, your safety training certificate, and income-qualifying documentation.
- Get approved and shop — Applications are reviewed within 10 business days. Once approved, you'll receive your rebate details by email.
- Visit Clever Cycles — You have 60 days to redeem your voucher at a participating retailer. Come see us at 900 SE Hawthorne Blvd and we'll help you find the right ebike.
Eligible EBike Types
The program covers Class 1 or Class 2 ebikes — pedal-assist with a top speed of 20 mph, a motor of 750 watts or less, and UL 2849 or EN1594 certification. Cargo ebikes must have an extended frame capable of carrying 100 lbs or more — detachable racks and add-on baskets do not qualify.
Questions?
Stop by the shop or get in touch — we're happy to help you navigate the process. For the most up-to-date program details, eligibility requirements, and application windows, visit the official program site at portlandebikerebate.com.
