41 eBike Shops in Riverside County, CA
eBikeListings.com lists 41 eBike shops in Riverside County, grouped across 14 cities. Temecula has 7 listings, Palm Springs and Murrieta have 6 each, Palm Desert has 5, and Riverside has 4. The cards include 24 bicycle shops, 8 repair shops, 4 rental services and 4 electric bicycle stores, plus one general store. Hemet, Norco, Coachella and Cherry Valley have one listing each.
The best-known riding fact here is CV Link, a 40-mile shared-use path in the Coachella Valley where bicycles and eBikes are allowed up to 20 mph. Rules change by location, though, and county trails treat Class 3 differently. Read the routes, rules and rentals in Things to do on an eBike in Riverside County.
Things to do on an eBike in Riverside County
eBike shops by city
The shop cards below are grouped by city, from Palm Springs and Palm Desert in the desert to Temecula, Murrieta and Riverside. Each card shows the category the business uses, such as repair shop, rental or electric bicycle store.
Where to ride in Riverside County
CV Link is the main corridor for desert riders. It is a 40-mile shared-use path, mostly along the Whitewater River, from Highway 111 and Chino Wash in North Palm Springs to Airport Boulevard in Coachella, and CVAG manages it. Bicycles, eBikes and low-speed electric vehicles are allowed, with a 20 mph maximum. Scooters and boards are held to 15 mph. In most areas a separate decomposed granite path is set aside for walkers. Check the CV Link FAQ for the current rules before you go.
County-managed sidewalks and trails follow a county ordinance. Class 1 and Class 2 eBikes may use them, with limits for Class 2 in business districts, on bridges, in underpasses and near schools. Class 3 eBikes, motorized bicycles and mopeds are barred unless signs allow them. California lets local authorities ban eBikes on equestrian, hiking or recreational trails, as explained in Vehicle Code 21207.5. Look for posted signs at every trailhead.
In the City of Riverside, the Santa Ana River Trail is the name riders ask about. A draft city ordinance would have banned eBikes on city trails, including that one. The council said that was unintended and sent the proposal back to committee on Sept 22, 2026. It was not adopted, so no city ban is in effect now. Watch for changes, and see our California eBike laws guide for the state rules that apply everywhere in the meantime.
Southwest county riders will find the Santa Gertrudis Creek Trail in Temecula, and La Quinta has the Bear Creek Trail. Each is run by its own local agency, and lengths and surfaces for them are not confirmed here. Use the manager's map and posted signs. The CV Link maps are the clearest route reference in the county. The California eBike laws guide covers class definitions and helmet rules.
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 Riverside County
Most listings sit in a handful of cities. See eBike shops in Temecula (7), eBike shops in Palm Springs (6), eBike shops in Murrieta (6), eBike shops in Palm Desert (5) and eBike shops in Riverside (4). Smaller markets include eBike shops in La Quinta.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ride an eBike on CV Link?
Yes, CVAG says bicycles, eBikes and low-speed electric vehicles are allowed on CV Link, with a 20 mph maximum. Scooters and boards are limited to 15 mph. The path is about 40 miles long, and most areas have a separate walking path made of decomposed granite.
Are Class 3 eBikes allowed on county trails?
Not by default, because the Riverside County ordinance prohibits Class 3 eBikes, motorized bicycles and mopeds on all county sidewalks and trails unless signage allows them. Class 1 and Class 2 are allowed with some limits. Cities and other agencies may have their own rules, so check signs.
Is there an eBike ban in the City of Riverside?
Not now, because a proposed ordinance that would have banned eBikes on city trails, including the Santa Ana River Trail, was not adopted. The council said that was unintended and sent it back to committee on Sept 22, 2026. Rules could change, so check with the city.
Can I rent an eBike in Riverside County?
Yes, our directory has 4 cards categorized as bicycle rental services. Rental and tour businesses on the route guide include Big Wheel Tours-Palm Springs, Temecula Wine Country E-Bikes, Pedego Electric Bikes Temecula and Borrow Our E-Bikes. Call ahead about class, helmets and age limits.
Where can I get an eBike repaired?
Our directory has 8 cards categorized as bicycle repair shops. Many of the 24 bicycle shops may also offer service, but confirm before you visit. Browse the city groups, such as Temecula, Murrieta and Palm Springs, to find shops near you.
How old do you have to be to ride an eBike here?
California law bars riders under 16 from Class 3 eBikes. Anyone under 18 must wear a helmet on streets, bikeways and paths. Class 3 riders and passengers of any age need helmets. Details are in our California eBike laws guide.
