E-motos are being sold as e-bikes, and that is causing safety problems in Colorado communities.
Know What You’re Buying
Stay Informed
Know the Rules
Before you purchase your next bike, please learn more about what the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has to say about e-bikes and electric vehicles: jeffcosheriffco.gov/safety/e-bikes
Timeline
August 2025: HB25-1197 becomes law, setting labeling and marketing requirements for e-bikes.
- What is HB25-1197?
August 27, 2026: Letter to the Attorney General, “Enforcing HB25-1197 – Sale of Electrical Assisted Bicycles Requirements,” written by Bicycle Colorado and endorsed by BJC and about 48 other organizations.
October 12, 2026: AG Phil Weiser issues a public advisory on e-bike regulations.
- This is what the press release had to say: Attorney General Phil Weiser issues public advisory on e-bike regulations
- And this is what the Signed Advisory said: Public Advisory (PDF)
Report Fraud
Report fraudulent or possibly fraudulent retail sites and the sales of “illegal e-bikes.” These can then be investigated through the Attorney General’s office. Go to StopFraudColorado.gov.
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