eBike Shops in Windsor, ON (2026): Every Verified Store — Bylaw 9148 Trail Ban, Ontario PAB Rules, Transit Windsor eBike Exclusion & Gordie Howe Bridge
Windsor has two things most eBike buyers in Canada do not encounter: a bylaw that bans eBikes from every paved pathway and trail in the city — including the Riverfront Trail along the Detroit River — and a proposed provincial rule change that could reclassify the moped-style throttle eBikes sold at Windsor's most popular eBike shop as motor vehicles requiring a licence and insurance. Neither is widely known at the point of purchase. Both matter before you spend $2,000–$5,000.
Windsor Bylaw 9148 predates modern eBikes and was never updated when the province introduced the Power-Assisted Bicycle framework. The result is a city where legally compliant eBikes — meeting every provincial PAB standard — are still restricted to roads under municipal rules. City Council passed a motion in May 2026 directing staff to expedite a review, partly driven by the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge (June 15, 2026), which includes a multi-use path. That review is ongoing. As of June 9, 2026, the bylaw has not been amended.
On the shop side, Windsor has three confirmed eBike retailers: Windsor Electric Bicycles/Scooter Pro at 5950 North Service Rd E is the largest dedicated eBike specialist in the city — Windsor's only Pedego dealer, stocking 18+ brands. Ambassador Bicycles at 1932 Ambassador Dr carries Trek, Giant, Liv, Electra, Norco, and Momentum eBikes — Windsor's full-service traditional eBike retailer. SOAR Hobby at 3153 Walker Rd carries EMMO, Daymak, and Evoque alongside electric scooters and hobby equipment, with eBike service for all brands. Two additional shops — E-Ride Windsor and Bicycle World — have eBike sales indicated in their listings but could not be confirmed via web; both require a phone call before visiting.
Each shop confirmed via its own website, the Trek and Giant official dealer locators, the Pedego dealer locator, live product listings (abikes.com/product-list/electric-1258/, windsorelectricbicycles.ca, soarhobby.com/pages/brands), and independent directories cross-referenced June 2026. Windsor Bylaw 9148 verified via CBC News Windsor, CTV News Windsor, and AM800 CKLW reporting (May–June 2026); original bylaw text referenced via City of Windsor. Ontario PAB rules verified from ontario.ca (MTO, last updated July 2024). Ontario proposed rule change verified from ontario.ca Regulatory Registry proposal 026-0422 (posted April 23, 2026). Transit Windsor policy verified from citywindsor.ca. Found an error? milad@zeusebikes.ca.
Three confirmed eBike shops in Windsor as of June 2026. Largest selection (Pedego + 18 brands): Windsor Electric Bicycles / Scooter Pro (5950 North Service Rd E, 519-969-8139 — windsorelectricbicycles.ca — verify hours by phone). Trek, Giant, Liv, Norco: Ambassador Bicycles (1932 Ambassador Dr, 519-250-6998 — abikes.com — Tue–Fri 10–6, Sat 10–4). EMMO, Daymak, eBike service: SOAR Hobby & More (3153 Walker Rd, 226-783-9221 — soarhobby.com — Mon–Sat 10–6). Critical rule: Windsor Bylaw 9148 bans eBikes from all trails and paved pathways, including the Riverfront Trail. eBikes are road-only in Windsor until the bylaw is amended. Ontario PAB: 500W max, 32 km/h cutoff, age 16+, no licence needed. Our Ontario eBike laws guide and Canadian buying guide cover the full framework.
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Windsor Bylaw 9148 — eBikes Are Road-Only in Windsor
Windsor City Council passed a motion in May 2026 directing staff to expedite a review of the city's eBike pathway restriction. The motion came from Ward 9 Councillor Kieran McKenzie and was tied directly to the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. But the motion itself tells you something important: the restriction is real, it is currently enforced, and the review has not yet produced an amendment.
Current rule: Windsor Bylaw 9148 prohibits Power-Assisted Bicycles (eBikes) on paved pathways, trails, and sidewalks within the City of Windsor. This includes:
✗ Windsor Riverfront Trail (along the Detroit River) — eBikes prohibited
✗ All paved multi-use paths in Windsor parks — eBikes prohibited
✗ Sidewalks — eBikes prohibited
✓ Roads with speed limits ≤50 km/h — eBikes permitted as per Ontario PAB rules
✓ Bike lanes on roads — eBikes permitted
Active review (not yet law): City Council motion (May 2026) directed staff to expedite review specifically to allow pedal-assist eBikes on paths connecting to the Gordie Howe International Bridge multi-use path. No amendment to Bylaw 9148 has been passed as of June 9, 2026.
Practical guidance: Until a formal amendment is passed, assume all Windsor paths and trails are off-limits for your eBike. Ride on roads. Check City of Windsor website for bylaw updates: citywindsor.ca.
Source: CBC News Windsor, CTV News Windsor, AM800 CKLW (multiple reports May–June 2026); City of Windsor
The practical impact on Windsor eBike buyers is real. The Riverfront Trail is one of the most appealing cycling corridors in the city — a separated path running along the Detroit River with views of the Windsor-Detroit skyline, connecting to Dieppe Gardens and Centennial Park. Many buyers purchase an eBike specifically for this route. Under the current bylaw, riding it on an eBike is prohibited. This is not a technicality — it is a municipal rule with enforcement authority.
Compare this to every other city in Ontario where eBikes meeting PAB standards are treated as bicycles on all paths where cycling is permitted. Windsor is the exception, not the standard. When the bylaw changes — and the Council motion strongly suggests it will — this page will be updated immediately.
Do not buy an eBike for the Windsor Riverfront Trail or any Windsor multi-use path in June 2026 — those routes are currently off-limits under Bylaw 9148. eBikes are road-legal in Windsor on streets ≤50 km/h. The bylaw review is active; check citywindsor.ca before riding. Our Ontario eBike laws guide covers what's legal provincewide.
Ontario PAB Rules — And the Proposed 2026 Change
On April 23, 2026, Ontario MTO posted proposal 026-0422 on the Regulatory Registry — a proposed rule change that would, for the first time, formally split Ontario eBikes into two classes and reclassify moped-style throttle-only eBikes as motor vehicles. Public comment closed June 7, 2026 — two days before this page was verified. The proposal is not yet law. But Windsor buyers considering a throttle-forward eBike from the largest shop in the city should know the proposal exists.
Motor limit: ≤ 500W nominal rated output
Speed assist limit: 32 km/h (motor must cut off at this speed)
Minimum age: 16 years
Helmet: Mandatory (CSA, CPSC, ASTM, or EN 1078 certified)
Driver's licence: Not required
Vehicle registration: Not required
Insurance: Not required
Maximum weight: 120 kg (bike + battery combined)
Brakes: Two independent braking systems, must stop from 30 km/h within 9 metres
Minimum wheel size: 350 mm diameter, 35 mm width
Pedals: Functional pedals required — an eBike without pedals is a motor vehicle under Ontario HTA
Source: ontario.ca
Ontario MTO's proposal would split eBikes into two classes:
Proposed Class 1: Pedal-assist only (no throttle), maximum 55 kg — no licence, registration, or insurance required
Proposed Class 2: Pedal-assist or throttle permitted, maximum 120 kg — no licence, registration, or insurance required
Most significant change: Throttle-only moped-style eBikes — bikes that can operate without pedalling at all — would be reclassified as motor vehicles, requiring an M (motorcycle) licence, vehicle registration, and insurance.
Who is affected if this passes: Buyers of moped-style eBikes like the Pedego Moto, EMMO M3, Daymak C5, and similar designs where the bike can be ridden entirely on throttle with the pedals folded up or removed. Buyers of standard pedal-assist eBikes with throttle as a secondary feature (most mainstream eBikes) would fall under proposed Class 2 and retain no-licence status.
Current status: Public comment period closed June 7, 2026. MTO reviewing submissions. Timeline for final rule unknown. This is NOT current law — Ontario's existing PAB framework (500W, 32 km/h, no licence) remains in effect.
Source: ontario.ca Regulatory Registry, proposal 026-0422
Current Ontario law: eBikes (≤500W, ≤32 km/h, functional pedals) require no licence, registration, or insurance. Proposed change: throttle-only moped-style eBikes may be reclassified as motor vehicles. Not yet law, but worth knowing before you buy a throttle-forward design. If you want long-term legal certainty, choose a bike with functional pedals and genuine pedal-assist — it will be fine under either the current rules or the proposed framework.
Choosing between a pedal-assist and a throttle-forward eBike for Windsor? Our pedal-assist vs throttle guide breaks down the real-world difference for Canadian roads, including the regulatory distinction that matters under Ontario's proposed 2026 change.
Pedal-Assist vs Throttle →Transit Windsor — eBikes Explicitly Excluded from Bus Racks
Bus bike racks: Transit Windsor bus racks are for non-motorized, two-wheeled bikes only. eBikes are explicitly excluded as motorized vehicles — no exceptions.
In practice: You cannot load your eBike onto a Transit Windsor bus rack. There is no weight-limit workaround or battery-removal workaround (unlike TransLink in BC, which allows eBikes if they meet the 25 kg limit with battery removed). Windsor Transit's policy is categorical: motorized = excluded.
Folding bikes: Non-motorized folding bikes may be brought inside the bus.
Implication for commuters: An eBike commute in Windsor must be self-contained on roads. You cannot combine eBike and bus the way riders in many other Canadian cities can.
Source: citywindsor.ca/residents/transit-windsor
Transit Windsor categorically excludes eBikes from bus racks — no exceptions, no battery-removal workaround. An eBike commute in Windsor is road-only and self-contained. If your route depends on combining eBike with Transit Windsor, rethink the route before purchasing.
Gordie Howe International Bridge — Multi-Use Path, eBike Policy TBD
Opened: Ribbon-cutting June 13, 2026; traffic opening June 15, 2026. The bridge connects Windsor to Detroit — the first new international crossing in the area in over 50 years.
Multi-use path: The bridge includes a dedicated multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists. This path is one of the reasons City Council fast-tracked the Bylaw 9148 review — riders would theoretically need to use Windsor's existing multi-use paths to reach the bridge path.
eBike access on bridge path: The Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority (WDBA) has not publicly released an eBike policy for the multi-use path as of June 9, 2026. Do not assume access.
Cross-border note: Even if eBike access on the bridge path is confirmed, taking an eBike into the United States involves Michigan's eBike rules (Class 1/2/3 system) — different from Ontario's PAB framework. Research Michigan rules separately before crossing.
For updates: WDBA website (wdbridge.com) or call WDBA directly.
Source: CBC News Windsor (June 2026); WDBA bridge opening coverage
All Windsor eBike Shops at a Glance
| Shop | Address | eBike brands / focus | Hours | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Electric Bicycles / Scooter Pro | 5950 North Service Rd E, N8T 3P3 | Pedego (full lineup) + 17 other brands · Windsor's only Pedego dealer | Conflicting sources — verify by phone: 519-969-8139 | HIGH |
| Ambassador Bicycles | 1932 Ambassador Dr, N9C 3R4 | Trek, Giant, Liv, Electra, Norco, Momentum · traditional full-service dealer | Tue–Fri 10–6 · Sat 10–4 · Closed Sun & Mon | HIGH |
| SOAR Hobby & More | 3153 Walker Rd, N8W 3R6 | EMMO, Daymak, Evoque, GIO, Ninebot, Hiboy + eBike service all brands | Mon–Sat 10–6 · Closed Sun | HIGH |
| E-Ride Windsor (verify) | 3390 Walker Rd, N8W 3S1 | eBike specialist — brands unconfirmed. Call: 519-962-5933 | Mon–Fri 10–5 · Sat 9–3 (unconfirmed) | MEDIUM |
| Bicycle World (verify) | 1267 Grand Marais Rd W, N9E 1E1 | Carries electric assist bikes — brands unconfirmed. Call: 519-966-7985 | Verify by phone | MEDIUM |
Xtreme FX Powersports (2800 Deziel Dr, N8W 5H8 · 519-727-6840 · xtremefx.ca) sells electric off-road and youth bikes — Surron Light Bee X, Kawasaki Elektrode, Thumpstar — at prices from $699–$6,499 CAD. These are not Ontario PAB-compliant street eBikes: the Surron Light Bee X exceeds 500W and lacks functional pedals (making it a motor vehicle under Ontario HTA requiring M licence, registration, and insurance). Xtreme FX is the right shop for trail and off-road electric bikes. It is not the right shop for a street-legal eBike commuter.
The Shops — Windsor, ON
1. Windsor Electric Bicycles / Scooter Pro
5950 North Service Rd E, Windsor, ON N8T 3P3 · (519) 969-8139 · info@scooterpro.ca · windsorelectricbicycles.ca
Hours: Conflicting across sources — call to verify before visiting: (519) 969-8139
eBike brands: Pedego (full 18-model lineup — Windsor exclusive Pedego dealer) · AddMotor · BlueRev · Emmo · Emojo · Eunorau · Magnum · Michael Blast · NCM · NIU · Rize · Slane · Smart Motion · Tabik · Taubik · Urtopia · Velec · Volt
Services: eBike sales, eBike service and repairs for bikes purchased from this shop, 90-amp Level 2 EV charging station on-site
Service policy note: This shop services only eBikes purchased directly from them — a policy posted on their website due to high service demand. If you purchase elsewhere and need a Windsor repair shop, see SOAR Hobby or Ambassador Bicycles.
Windsor Electric Bicycles / Scooter Pro is the single most eBike-focused retailer in Windsor — operating under two names at one address, with the broadest brand selection in the city. The Pedego dealership is the most significant: Windsor is the exclusive local Pedego dealer, meaning the full Pedego lineup (Trike, Fat Tire Trike, Latch folding, Ridge Rider, Trail Tracker, Interceptor, Moto, Cargo, Element, and more) is available for in-person test rides and immediate purchase only here. For buyers considering a Pedego, there is no other option in Windsor. The site also has a Level 2 EV charging station — useful for riders arriving by eBike. The hours conflict across listing sources; call before making the trip.
2. Ambassador Bicycles
1932 Ambassador Dr, Windsor, ON N9C 3R4 · (519) 250-6998 · abikes.com
Hours: Tue–Fri 10:00am–6:00pm · Sat 10:00am–4:00pm · Closed Sun & Mon
eBike brands (confirmed from live product listings at abikes.com): Trek (Verve+ 1 Lowstep LT, FX+ 1, Verve+ 2 & 3 Gen 3, Marlin+ 6 & 8, Fuel EXe 5, Fuel EXe 8 GX AXS, Fetch+ 2), Giant (Expression E+, Talon E+/EX, Explore E+ 4, AnyTour E+ 1 & X E+ 3), Electra (Townie Go! 7D EQ Step-Thru), Liv/Giant women's (Tempt E+/EX, Allure E+ 1 & 2, Amiti-E+ 3 Pro & 4), Norco (Scene VLT), Momentum (Voya E+ 3)
Services: Full sales and mechanical service · Price range approximately $2,999–$14,999 CAD · Windsor's only authorized Trek and Giant dealer
Ambassador Bicycles is Windsor's full-service traditional bike retailer with the most comprehensive brand-name eBike lineup in the city. The combination of Trek, Giant, Liv, and Norco under one roof at a single Windsor address is unusual — most cities this size have separate dealers for each brand. For buyers seeking established North American brand eBikes with authorized warranty service and technical support, this is the strongest Windsor option. The Tuesday–Friday 10–6 and Saturday 10–4 schedule means the shop is closed Sunday and Monday — plan accordingly. The name "Ambassador" is a reference to Ambassador Drive, not any cross-border service.
Financing an eBike in Windsor? Our Canadian eBike financing guide compares dealer financing, Affirm, Klarna, and personal loan options — real cost of each over 12, 24, and 36 months. Read it before signing anything.
Financing Guide →3. SOAR Hobby & More
3153 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N8W 3R6 · (226) 783-9221 · soarhobby.com
Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00am–6:00pm · Closed Sun
eBike brands: EMMO · Daymak · Ninebot/Segway · Evoque · GIO · Ecolo · Eclipse · Hiboy · Shok · Redsky · Raldey
Services: eBike sales · eBike service and repair (all major brands including EMMO, Daymak, Ninebot, Redsky, Shok, Evoque, GIO) · emergency eBike pickup and roadside assistance · accessories and helmets · price-matches EMMO and Evoque website pricing
SOAR Hobby operates as a hybrid of hobby store and eBike dealer — the primary brands are EMMO, Daymak, and Evoque, which tend toward the moped-style end of the eBike spectrum (throttle-forward designs with optional pedalling). These are legal Ontario PABs under current rules, but buyers considering them should read the proposed 2026 rule change section above — throttle-only operation may be reclassified under the proposed framework. SOAR's service scope is notable: they repair all major eBike brands, offer emergency roadside pickup within the Windsor area, and have seven-day coverage Monday–Saturday. For riders who own a brand not sold by the other Windsor shops, SOAR is the practical repair solution.
4. E-Ride Windsor (Verify Before Visiting)
3390 Walker Rd, Windsor, ON N8W 3S1 · (519) 962-5933
Hours (unconfirmed): Mon–Fri 10am–5pm · Sat 9am–3pm · Closed Sun — listed on Yellow Pages; no website to verify
eBike status: Listed as "electric bicycle" specialist on Yellow Pages. No dedicated website found (Facebook only). Brand inventory not confirmed. Phone before visiting: (519) 962-5933.
5. Bicycle World (Verify Before Visiting)
1267 Grand Marais Rd W, Windsor, ON N9E 1E1 · (519) 966-7985
Hours: Unconfirmed — website inaccessible as of June 2026. Yelp listing updated September 2025. Phone before visiting: (519) 966-7985.
eBike status: Search results confirm they carry "electric assist bicycles" alongside mountain and road bikes. Brand and model list not confirmed — website inaccessible for verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many eBike shops are in Windsor, ON?
Three shops with confirmed eBike sales as of June 2026: Windsor Electric Bicycles/Scooter Pro (5950 North Service Rd E, 519-969-8139 — Pedego + 17 other brands), Ambassador Bicycles (1932 Ambassador Dr, 519-250-6998 — Trek, Giant, Liv, Electra, Norco), SOAR Hobby & More (3153 Walker Rd, 226-783-9221 — EMMO, Daymak, Evoque, eBike service all brands). Two additional shops require phone verification: E-Ride Windsor (3390 Walker Rd, 519-962-5933) and Bicycle World (1267 Grand Marais Rd W, 519-966-7985).
Are eBikes allowed on the Windsor Riverfront Trail?
No. Windsor Bylaw 9148 prohibits eBikes on all paved pathways and trails, including the Riverfront Trail. A City Council motion (May 2026) directed staff to expedite a bylaw review. As of June 9, 2026, the bylaw has not been amended. eBikes are restricted to Windsor roads with speed limits ≤50 km/h. Check citywindsor.ca for updates.
What are Ontario's eBike rules for Windsor riders?
Ontario PAB rules: motor ≤500W nominal, assist cutoff at 32 km/h, minimum age 16, helmet mandatory, no licence/registration/insurance required, functional pedals required, maximum weight 120 kg. Ontario MTO proposed a rule change (April 2026, proposal 026-0422) that would reclassify throttle-only moped-style eBikes as motor vehicles. Not yet law. Source: ontario.ca.
Can I take my eBike on a Windsor Transit bus?
No. Transit Windsor explicitly excludes eBikes from bus racks — the policy allows only non-motorized two-wheeled bikes. There is no weight-limit exception or battery-removal workaround. eBike commutes in Windsor must be road-only. Source: citywindsor.ca.
What is Windsor Electric Bicycles / Scooter Pro?
Windsor Electric Bicycles and Scooter Pro operate from the same address — 5950 North Service Rd E (N8T 3P3) — as one business. They are Windsor's dedicated eBike specialist and the city's only Pedego dealer. The shop stocks Pedego's full 18-model lineup plus 17 other eBike brands. Important: they service only eBikes purchased from their shop. Phone: 519-969-8139. Verify hours before visiting.
What is the Gordie Howe International Bridge eBike policy?
The bridge opened June 15, 2026 with a multi-use path. As of June 9, 2026, WDBA has not publicly released an eBike policy for the path. Windsor Bylaw 9148 is under review partly because of this bridge path. Do not assume access. Contact WDBA at wdbridge.com or check for city bylaw amendments at citywindsor.ca before planning this route.
What is Ontario's proposed 2026 eBike rule change?
Ontario MTO proposal 026-0422 (posted April 23, 2026) would split eBikes into Class 1 (pedal-assist only, ≤55 kg — no licence needed) and Class 2 (throttle permitted, ≤120 kg — no licence needed), while reclassifying throttle-only moped-style eBikes as motor vehicles requiring an M licence, registration, and insurance. Public comment closed June 7, 2026. This is NOT yet law. Current Ontario PAB rules remain in effect. Source: ontario.ca Regulatory Registry, proposal 026-0422.
The Bottom Line
Windsor's eBike market is shaped by two constraints you will not find in most Ontario cities: a municipal trail ban that turns road cycling into the only legal option, and a proposed provincial rule change that could reclassify the most popular style of eBike sold at the city's largest eBike retailer. Neither cancels the value of owning an eBike in Windsor — the road network is accessible and the Ontario PAB rules are straightforward. But both require knowing before you buy. Windsor Electric Bicycles/Scooter Pro gives you the broadest brand selection in the city. Ambassador Bicycles gives you the most trusted traditional dealer network. SOAR gives you the broadest eBike repair coverage. Pick the shop that matches the type of eBike you're buying under the rules as they actually stand.
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This Windsor shop guide is part of the Canadian eBike Brands & Shops directory — verified brand profiles and city-by-city shop listings across Canada. Zeus eBikes is a Canadian online retailer and does not operate a Windsor storefront; the shops listed here are independent and we have no commercial relationship with them. All shop details verified June 2026 — call ahead to confirm hours and eBike stock. Found an error or closure? milad@zeusebikes.ca.
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