Electric-Assisted Bicycle (e-Bike) Rebate

To be eligible, you must be at least 15 years old when applying, a Minnesota resident, and not have been claimed as a dependent in tax year 2023.

1. Apply for a rebate certificate through the online rebate portal, which opens June 5, at 11 a.m. Central Time. We will accept a limited number of applications before we close the portal.
2. We will issue rebate certificates on July 1 to approved individuals, based on how many we believe are needed to use the $2 million available for this year. 
3. If you get a rebate certificate, you must use the certificate within two months or it will expire. The certificate is worth 50-75% of a qualifying purchase, up to $1,500. The percentage is based on your income. 
4. If there is money left in the program after October 1, we will issue more rebate certificates — up to the $2 million limit — to individuals who applied and did not get a certificate.

Not everyone who applies will get a rebate certificate. We will open the application portal again in 2025.

To be eligible, you must have been engaged in the business of retail sales of e-bikes for at least 6 months before applying.

1. Apply for the program through the online retailer portal, which opens May 1, at 8 a.m. Central Time. We will respond within seven business days. 
2. When you receive a rebate certificate from a buyer, at the time of sale:
   • Apply the discount listed on the certificate to the qualifying e-bike purchase. 
   • Access our system and assign the rebate certificate to your business. You must complete this step to be reimbursed for the value of the rebate.
3. Within one month of the sale, access our system to request reimbursement.

Note: Though the rebate lowers the purchase price, you must collect sales tax on the full retail amount of the purchase.

The rebate certificate applies to a buyer's qualifying expenses — the sales price of a new e-bike and certain accessories purchased at the same time. 

Qualifying e-Bikes

Any e-bike purchased under the rebate program must be new and meet the legal definition of an electric-assisted bicycle in Minnesota Statute 169.011, subdivision 27. This law defines an e-bike as a bicycle with two or three wheels that:

1. Has a seat and pedals a rider can use with or without electric power.
2. Fits the definition of a regular bicycle in Code of Federal Regulations, title 16, part 1512.
3. Has an electric motor that does not produce more than 750 watts of power.
4. Meets the requirements of a class 1, class 2, or class 3 electric-assisted bicycle in Minnesota Statute 169.011, subd. 15a-c.
5. Has a battery or electric drive system that's been tested and approved by an independent safety lab.

Qualifying Accessories

Qualifying accessories are limited to bike helmet, lights, lock, luggage rack, basket, bag or backpack, fenders, or reflective clothing. The accessories must be purchased at the same time as the e-bike to qualify. 

The number of rebate certificates issued each year is limited by funds available in the program. State law allocates $2 million each year in 2024 and 2025 for administration of the program and rebates. 

We issue certificates based on projecting how much each is worth. We will reassess after October 1 and issue more certificates if money is available.

The program is set to expire in 2026.

When can I apply for a rebate certificate?

The application portal for individuals opens June 5. For the latest information, sign up for email updates for e-Bike Rebate applicants.  

What are the requirements to apply?

To be eligible, you must:

• Be at least 15 years old when you apply
• Be a Minnesota resident in the current year and previous year
• Not have been claimed as a dependent in the previous tax year

My spouse applied for a rebate. Can I apply as well?

Yes. Rebate certificates are issued to individuals. Each of you can apply for your own certificate. Use your joint adjusted gross income when you apply.

How much is the rebate?

The rebate certificate is valued at 50-75% of your qualifying expenses, up to $1,500. The percentage depends on your income. Qualifying expenses include an e-bike and certain accessories purchased at the same time. The rebate value cannot exceed the price of the e-bike. 

Where can I use my rebate certificate?

We'll post a list of approved retailers on our website closer to the application date.

Can I purchase an e-bike from an online retailer?

Yes, if they are approved for this program. To participate, retailers must be approved and meet all other program requirements.

Can I apply the rebate to an e-bike purchased before I received a rebate certificate?

No. The e-Bike Rebate certificate can only be applied at the time of purchase.

How long do I have to use the rebate certificate?

You have two months to use the e-Bike Rebate certificate. The expiration date will be listed on the certificate.

Will I receive Form 1099-MISC?

Yes. If you use the rebate on qualifying purchases, you will receive Form 1099-MISC for the value of the rebate. Use this form when filing your tax year 2024 income tax return.

When can I apply to be an approved retailer?

You can apply when the application portal for retailers opens May 1 and later. For the latest information, sign up for email updates for e-Bike Rebate retailers.  

What are the requirements to apply?

To be eligible, you must have been engaged in the business of retail sales of new e-bikes for at least 6 months before applying for this program.

Can online retailers participate in the e-Bike Rebate program?

Yes. Online retailers must be approved and meet all other program requirements.

Can a customer apply the rebate to an e-bike purchased before they received a rebate certificate?

No. The e-Bike Rebate certificate can only be applied at the time of purchase.