117 eBike Shops in Los Angeles County, CA
This page lists 117 eBike shop cards in 44 city groups across Los Angeles County. Santa Monica has the most with 16, then Los Angeles with 13, Long Beach with 9 and Venice with 8. Cards are tagged as bicycle shops, rental services, repair shops and electric bicycle stores.
The best known ride here is the Marvin Braude Bike Trail, a 22-mile paved path along the county coast from Will Rogers State Beach to Torrance Beach, per LA County Beaches & Harbors. Rules change city by city along it. Read the route guide before you rent: Things to do on an eBike in Los Angeles County.
Things to do on an eBike in Los Angeles County
eBike shops by city
The shop cards below are grouped by city. Each group links to a city page with more listings, so start with the city closest to the path you plan to ride.
Where to ride in Los Angeles County
The Marvin Braude Bike Trail is the main coastal route. LA County Beaches & Harbors describes it as a 22-mile paved bicycle path from Will Rogers State Beach to Torrance Beach, with a map showing mile markers and restrooms. The eBike rule depends on the city you are in. Santa Monica restricts electric bicycles on its beach path, while Manhattan Beach allows Class 1 and 2. See the LA County beach bike path page for the map.
Ballona Creek Bike Path links Culver City to the coast. LA County trails lists it at 6.7 miles, from Syd Kronenthal Park to Marina del Rey, and it is operated by LA County Public Works with the City of Los Angeles. Another source says about 7 miles. It joins the beach path near the Pacific Ave bridge. No separate eBike rule appears in our sources, so follow posted signs. Details are on the Ballona Creek Bike Path page.
The San Gabriel River Trail is the long inland option, running from Azusa to Seal Beach. A search summary gives 37.8 miles, but the LA County Parks trail page says its 80.7-mile display is being corrected. Treat the length as unsettled. A detour or closure near the 8 to 9 mile mark came up in a county Q&A. Check the San Gabriel River Trail page before you go.
The LA River Bike Path through Glendale Narrows and Elysian Valley covers about 7.4 miles from the Burbank-Glendale border to Egret Park, according to Wikipedia. Paved river bikeways are maintained by LA County Public Works. We found no county-wide eBike rule, so confirm local limits before riding. The LA County Public Works bikeways page is the place to start.
eBike rules in California
California defines an eBike in Vehicle Code 312.5. It has working pedals and a motor of 750 watts or less. Class 1 is pedal-assist only, and assist stops at 20 mph. Class 2 has a throttle, and the motor gives no help at 20 mph. Class 3 is pedal-assist that stops at 28 mph, and it must have a speedometer. Class 1 and 3 bikes can have a walk mode up to 3.7 mph. Bikes built or modified to go past 20 mph on motor alone, or past 750 watts, or with the pedals removed, are not eBikes under this law.
eBike riders follow the same rules as bicycle riders. Vehicle Code 21207.5 sets who can close paths and trails to eBikes. Local authorities can ban eBikes, or any class, on equestrian, hiking or recreational trails by ordinance. State Parks can do the same on any path or trail it manages. Since AB 1909 took effect on January 1, 2023, there is no statewide Class 3 path ban. Under Vehicle Code 21213, riders under 16 may not operate a Class 3.
Class 3 riders and passengers must wear a helmet on the street, a bikeway or a public path. Since January 1, 2026, Vehicle Code 21212 (AB 544) requires a helmet for anyone under 18, including eBike riders. The first charge is dismissed, and the fine is $25 or less. The citation is waived if the rider has a helmet and finishes a bicycle safety course or an eBike safety course within 120 days. We found no license or registration rule for eBikes that meet the class definitions. The City of Newport Beach notes that Sur-Ron and Segway-type bikes are treated as motorcycles. Read the full rundown at California eBike laws.
Cities in Los Angeles County
Most listings sit in a few cities. For more, see eBike shops in Santa Monica (16), eBike shops in Los Angeles (13), eBike shops in Long Beach (9), eBike shops in Venice (8) and eBike shops in Culver City (6). Beach riders can also check eBike shops in Hermosa Beach.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ride an eBike on the Marvin Braude Bike Trail?
It depends on the city. Santa Monica's 2018 ordinance makes it unlawful to ride an electric bicycle on its beach bike path. Manhattan Beach allows Class 1 and 2 with a 15 mph limit, per a 2023 ordinance reported by search. Check posted signs in each city.
Is the Santa Monica beach path rule settled?
No: The city's 2018 press release bars electric bicycles on the beach path, pier and parks. Later shared-mobility rules reportedly allow shared Class 1 and 2 eBikes there, but that is unverified. Check signs and the city site.
How long is the San Gabriel River Trail?
Sources conflict. A search summary says 37.8 miles from Azusa to Seal Beach. The LA County Parks trail page says its 80.7-mile display is being corrected. Check the county page before planning a long ride.
Are there rental eBikes in the county?
Yes: Directory cards include rental services, such as Joyride - Bike Rentals & Tours in Santa Monica and Jay's E-BIKE RENTALS in Venice. Ask each shop which classes it rents and where you may ride them.
Can shops repair eBikes?
Some cards are tagged as repair shops, 8 in all. Many bicycle shops also service eBikes, but call first to confirm they handle your motor and battery. Browse the city groups above to find one near you.
What are the age and helmet rules?
Riders under 16 may not operate a Class 3 eBike. Under 18 must wear a helmet. Class 3 riders and passengers need one too. See the California eBike laws guide for details.
