Electric Biking in Toronto: An Updated 2024 City Guide

Toronto has started to take major steps towards becoming a cycling city. The city has some of the best bike stores in Canada, a plethora of rental options, developing infrastructure, and some stunning trails. Electric biking is taking it's place in this burgeoning cycling culture and is set to thrive in the coming years.

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Electric Bike Rental Services in Toronto

The Toronto bike share has electric bikes available in the system. They can be difficult to find on busy days but there are more being added every month.

Ride Zygg

Ride Zygg is an electric bike subscription service for delivery carriers that offer three different types of e-bikes for as low as $179/month.

Buzzify

Buzzify is another e-bike rental service with rates starting at $165 a month.

Zoomo

Zoomo is a rental company targeted at delivery and cargo carriers. They offer both flex (starting at $59/week) and boost (starting at $189/month) for riders looking to quickly find an e-bike to deliver with.

Movin

Movin is an e-bike rental company and shop that provides options for longer term e-bike renters like delivery drivers. They are located on College St in Little Italy and offer options from $250/month.

Toronto E-Bike Tours

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Toronto's Best Electric Bike Shops

Sweet Pete’s

Sweet Pete's is a favorite in the city with locations in Bloordale and the Annex. Sweet Pete's offers a wide range of bikes and accessories.

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Gears Bike Shop

Gears Bike Shop has several locations throughout the GTA including one in the Canary District just east of downtown. Gears Bike Shop offers a wide range of bikes, accessories, and repair services. The shop is known for its knowledgeable staff and excellent selection.

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Epic Cycles

Epic Cycles is one of the most recognizable e-bike retailers in Canada with several locations throughout the country. Their Toronto locations are in the Junction and Vaughan. They offer a wide selection of e-bikes and e-scooters. They also have a great offering of e-bike parts, accessories, and service capabilities.

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Bikes on Wheels

Bikes on Wheels is located in Kensington Market is one of the best cycling shops in the city.

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Curbside Cycle

Curbside Cycle is an Annex bike shop that specializes in electric urban and commuter bikes and accessories. It has some of the highest-quality product offerings in the city and excellent customer service.

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Bateman's Bicycle Company

Bateman's Bicycle Company is a bike shop in the Seaton Village neighborhood offers a range of bikes and accessories, as well as repair services.

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Toronto's Best Electric Bike Trails

Toronto has a quickly growing cycling infrastructure with new separated bike lanes being added to major roads every year. It has an extensive network of trails and a ravine system interspersed across the city.

Martin Goodman Trail

The Martin Goodman Trail is a popular waterfront trail that stretches for over 56 kilometers and offers great views of Lake Ontario. The trail is mostly flat and paved, making it ideal for cyclists of all skill levels.

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Tommy Thompson Park‍

Tommy Thompson Park is located on a man-made peninsula, this park offers a scenic and peaceful environment for cycling. The park features a paved trail that is perfect for a leisurely ride.

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Don Valley Trail‍

This is a multi-use trail that runs along the Don River and is a great option for those looking for a more challenging ride. The trail is approximately 32 kilometers long and features some steep inclines and rugged terrain.

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Humber River Trail

This is another multi-use trail that offers a great cycling experience. The trail runs along the Humber River and offers scenic views of the river and surrounding greenery.

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Beltline Trail‍

This is a former railway line that has been converted into a multi-use trail. The trail runs for approximately 9 kilometers and passes through several parks and neighborhoods.

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Toronto Islands‍

The Toronto Islands offer a great cycling experience with beautiful views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline. Visitors can rent e-bikes on the island or bring their own on the ferry.

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Toronto's E-Bike Rules and Regulations

Safety Equipment: E-Bike riders must wear a helmet.
Road Rules: E-Bike riders must follow the same rules of the road as cyclists.
Bike Specifications: E-Bikes in Ontario can have a max assisted speed of 32km/h, a max weight of 120 kg, and an electric motor below 500 watts.
Where to Ride: Pedal Assisted e-bikes are treated the same as regular bicycles by Toronto bylaws. They can ride on bike paths, mixed trails, and anywhere else where cyclists are used to going. Power-assisted electric bikes (e-bikes that use a throttle) are allowed on roads and bike lanes, but they are not currently not allowed on any of the city’s cycle paths or mixed-use trails.
Age Restrictions: To ride an electric bike you must be 16 or older.
Administrative Requirements: You do no need a license or permit for an e-bike.

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