Can I get an e-bike on the cycle to work scheme?
Yes, you can absolutely get an e-bike on the cycle to work scheme. As long as it is an ‘electrically assisted pedal cycle’ (EAPC).
When your bike is an EAPC...
An EAPC:
- must have pedals that can be used to propel it
- can have more than 2 wheels, for example a tricycle
It can be propelled up to 15.5mph without pedalling but only if it’s been approved.
Its electric motor:
- must have a ‘continuous rated power’ output of no more than 250 watts
- must not be able to propel the bike when it’s travelling at more than 15.5 miles per hour (mph)
What your EAPC must show...
Markings on the bike must show both:
- the continuous rated power output
- the bike manufacturer
It must also show either:
- the battery’s voltage
- the maximum speed the motor can propel the bike.
When shopping you will want to consider your employers' scheme limit to ensure you know what you will save.
Additionally, please check with your employer that your bike can be stored and/or charged safely in or around a place of work
E-bikes often cost over £1,000.
More employers than ever before are able to offer schemes with limits in excess of £1,000 (meaning you can save up to 47% on the total cost of an e-bike).
Check out our ' How much can I spend?' answer for more information or head over to our Government update page for more information on how Cyclescheme are rolling out the recent updates that enable employers to offer schemes with limits higher than £1,000.
For more information on getting an e-bike with Cyclescheme, visit our e-bike page.
For a personalised savings figure that includes ownership fees, visit our calculator and enter your details.
You can search to see if your workplace is signed up using the search box on Cyclescheme's homepage.