Electric Bikes in Santa Cruz
Looking for an electric bike in Santa Cruz? At Temper Bicycle Works (1250 Soquel Ave) you can test ride before you buy, get it assembled and safety-checked by real mechanics, and keep a local shop for service, tune-ups, and warranty — no box on your porch, no phone tree.
We're a specialty e-bike shop on the Central Coast: sales, repair, batteries, and custom conversions. Here's what we're riding right now.
E-bikes you can test ride today
Also available: Blix cruisers and folding e-bikes (Sol X, Vika X), front-loader cargo bikes (Omnium, Bullitt), and our own conversion kits to electrify a bike you already own. Ask us what fits your ride.
Why buy your e-bike local in Santa Cruz
- Test ride first — feel the size, power, and fit before you commit.
- Properly assembled & safety-checked by mechanics, not flat-packed to your door.
- Local service — tune-ups, flats, battery and motor work, all in-house.
- Warranty handled here — real humans on Soquel Ave, not a support queue.
Visit us
Temper Bicycle Works · 1250 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz, CA · (831) 200-3593 · Tue–Sat. Come take one for a ride.
FAQ
Where can I test ride an electric bike in Santa Cruz?
At our shop, 1250 Soquel Ave. We keep e-bikes on the floor for test rides — call (831) 200-3593 or stop by.
Do you sell Macfox e-bikes in Santa Cruz?
Yes — we're a local Macfox dealer. The X1S and X7 are in stock for test rides now.
Do you repair electric bikes?
Yes — we're a full e-bike repair shop: tune-ups, batteries, motors, brakes, and conversions for every brand.
Are these street legal in California?
Yes — these are Class 2 e-bikes (20 mph, throttle + pedal assist), legal on California streets and most paths.