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[QLD] $500 Rebate on E-Bike, $200 Rebate on E-Scooter @ Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy

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[QLD] $500 Rebate on E-Bike, $200 Rebate on E-Scooter @ Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy
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Hinee on 20/09/2024 - 14:17 qld.gov.au (5703 clicks)
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Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for a rebate under the scheme, you must:

  • purchase your eligible e-bicycle or e-scooter in full (including through buy now, pay later services) on or after 23 September 2024
  • purchase your eligible e-bicycle or e-scooter either in person at a retail store or online from an eligible business (a retail business located in Queensland or an Australian online * business—sole-trader, partnership, private or public company, trust or incorporated not for profit organisation—operating under an active Australian Business Number (ABN)
  • be a person aged 18 years or over
  • be a Queensland resident. This may be evidenced by a valid Queensland driver’s licence, or another form of evidence to prove residency in Queensland.

Eligible devices
To be eligible, an e-scooter must:

To be eligible, an e-scooter must:

  • be designed for use by 1 person
  • have 1 wheel at the front, and 1 or 2 wheels at the back or; 1 or 2 wheels at the front and 1wheel at the back
  • be propelled by an electric motor that is not capable of operating when the device is going faster than 25km/h
  • be steered by handlebars
  • have a footboard supported by the wheels
  • be no more than:
    • 1,250mm in length
    • 700mm in width
    • 1,350mm in height
    • 60kg in mass, when not carrying a person or other load.

To be eligible, power-assisted bicycle must:

  • be a power-assisted bicycle, that is:
    • be fitted with one or more electric auxiliary motor/s with a maximum power output, or combined maximum power output of not more than 200 watts; and
    • not be capable of travelling faster than:
      • 6km/h when propelled only by the electric motor/s (no pedalling), or
      • 25km/h while the motor/s are providing assistance (speeds in excess of 25km/h are only permitted under pedal power only) and
      • not be fitted with an internal combustion engine; or
    • be an electrically power-assisted cycle (EPAC) with a maximum continuous rated power of 250 watt, of which the output is:
      • progressively reduced as the cycle's travel speed increases above 6km/h; and
      • cut off, when:
        • the cycle reaches a speed of 25km/h; or
        • the cyclist not pedalling and the travel speed exceeds 6km/h.

Please visit this page and scroll down to the subheading "Source of power" for a further explanation on what the different types of electric bicycles are, to avoid purchasing a bicycle that may not qualify for the rebate.

Sports & Outdoors Electric Bicycle Electric Scooter Rebate

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    • GreenLego on 20/09/2024 - 17:42

      Reading the requirements, I believe it does qualify.

  • wendygao on 20/09/2024 - 17:51
    +1

    200watt power scooter can’t climb any hilly road

  • AmperSand on 20/09/2024 - 18:24

    Bought an ebike in mid August, a month later this. What a cop out.

  • Spennyrich on 20/09/2024 - 20:50
    +2

    so what scooter is everyone getting?

  • imeanit on 20/09/2024 - 22:14

    Will this qualify for the rebate, any one know?
    will be nearly free for kids!

    https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/nai-electric-scooter-130w-16kmh…

  • lawyerz on 20/09/2024 - 22:28
    +9

    Please get quality and branded ebikes and scooters and not bottom of the barrel quality. Please.

    Also remember ebikes and scooters need the occasional maintainence, and batteries deteriorate. So buy bikes or scooters with standard and easy to obtain parts, including batteries. Buying some bespoke battery you can't never find replacements for and the original unknown brand has disappeared means it's will become a paperweight. Even if they're around make sure they aren't charging some ridiculous sum for a spare battery.

    I've been riding an ebike and escooter for many years and have replaced my ebike battery once (from CapRouge)

    I need this to come to VIC

    • GreenLego on 20/09/2024 - 22:35

      From your experience, are suspensions on e scooters necessary for suburban riding?

      • lawyerz on 20/09/2024 - 23:58
        +1

        Probably not. I'm not a hardcore escooter rider with $3000 overpowered escooter rider going 60kph though. going 25ph? Unnecessary if you're just sticking to bike lanes and shared paths and the occasional gravel. Probably critical if you're going fast.

  • bigbaddbaz on 21/09/2024 - 01:26
    +1

    VelectriX a good brand?

    • lawyerz on 24/09/2024 - 11:05

      bought one in 2018, using it a whole lot since. it's decent. Based in Brisbane, most of the parts are off the shelf parts, it's sold and can be serviced in 99bikes which is a largeish bike chain store so pretty covered there.

      I bought it when they were new on the scene, my rear hub motor was too heavy for the wheel and terrible road conditions and broke the spokes 3 times over the years. This was covered 2 out of the 3 times under warranty. I also had issues with crappy mechanical disc brakes they had in the first model but it's been replaced by V brakes or hydraulic disc brakes now. Some really weird design choices too, i was unable to undo the rear wheel without a full spannar, and also required removing the entire rear derailleur. Bizarre, annoying, but not a deal breaker. Not a concern if you don't do your own bike maintenance including replacing punctured tyres.

      Replacement batteries are also found on caprouge.

      I assume they've improved significantly now - but have no qualms and would be happy to recommend.

  • alwaysis on 21/09/2024 - 05:39

    Has anyone found an e-bike that qualifies?

    • belongsinforums on 21/09/2024 - 07:10
      +3

      I have a feeling that retailers will be scrambling right now to get deals out for this. Hodl

    • RoonFTW on 21/09/2024 - 08:31
      +2

      Pretty much all the name brand e-bikes from the well-known bike shops qualify. If it's a 'legal' e-bike, it's eligible.

      • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 08:23

        I am yet to find one that is short enough, i.e. 1250 mm long

    • coolsteps on 21/09/2024 - 12:13
      +2

      im not sure if the Aldi one for $769 does since it has 250W, 36V hub motor. someone will have to call Queensland Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy team to get clarification on the 200w rule on Monday?

  • spazr on 21/09/2024 - 07:54
    -5

    Any half decent scooter isn't eligible due to 25km/hr limit. My scooter can go 100km/hr, but isn't even considered a PMD due to its length.

  • Kefuan on 21/09/2024 - 08:42
    -1

    Kinda wanted to get a fat tyre ebike to cruise up the park with the kids, most are too powerful though

  • barseeker on 21/09/2024 - 09:12

    Is the 200w rule just for the ebike or for the scooter as well? Can i make a claim for both a ebike and a escooter or is it either one per customer or per household?

  • GODIL on 21/09/2024 - 10:41

    Is there a limit of one per house?

    • Skatez on 21/09/2024 - 12:18

      One per resident over 18 years old.

    • Skatez on 26/09/2024 - 07:18

      Limit of 3 per household

  • DMFD on 21/09/2024 - 10:46
    +2

    Should see plenty of these on marketplace if they dont catch fire first!

    • OzBozo on 21/09/2024 - 13:31
      +1

      They have to come from a Australian brick and mortor store. They bs off ebay and alibaba is what you are referring to and should be banned like they are in europe.

  • GiantIron on 21/09/2024 - 10:56

    better off with a motor bike or used car

    • Mad Max on 21/09/2024 - 12:24
      +1

      But then you will not be saving the planet and you will not get the $500 for being good.
      They will tax you instead with registration, fuel excise and GST. Oh, and GST will be calculated on the fuel excise as well, so tax on tax.

    • newguy on 23/09/2024 - 00:05

      Takes time to find the parking. And need fuel to run.

  • Public21 on 21/09/2024 - 11:11
    -4

    So they are encouraging people to ride these things….. now.

    Just wait until the reports of injuries catch up. Then there will be a crack-down without any mention of this election stunt. At the moment QPol appears to be doing nothing about dangerous riding.

    Hospitals are already reporting increased head injuries among teenaged riders. I had four kids swerve across the front of my car in a roundabout this week. They had no idea I was there. Three were wearing helmets, but all were in shorts and t-shirts. A hundred metres on and another kid went across a pedestrian crossing at speed in front of me. I did not see him check for traffic first.

  • JinXR on 21/09/2024 - 11:26

    It does cause emissions - when it self imolates.

  • jlapr1 on 21/09/2024 - 12:50

    Would a toddler electric scooter meet the requirements?

    Such as this one

    • Mad Max on 21/09/2024 - 13:03
      +3

      Is the toddler voting?

      • jlapr1 on 21/09/2024 - 13:26
        +5

        Depends if he gets a free scooter or not!

  • mdw000 on 21/09/2024 - 14:01
    +1

    Its about time they removed the 5% tariff on imported ebikes at the same time if they want to encourage usage ………..The Australian Department of Home Affairs has ruled that, as of today, power-assisted bicycles imported into Australia will attract a 5% + GST tariff, likely leading to a price increase for new e-bikes.9 Oct 2023

  • twu on 21/09/2024 - 14:02
    +18

    This is page 3 of comments and we have yet to see a true-Ozbargain member share their detailed research of the best value e-bike and e-scooter at the $500 mark. If you are out there, please share it with us, you will get my respect, up-vote and subscription.

    • AaronR on 21/09/2024 - 14:25
      +3

      Anytime a gov based deal gets posted, the comments turn into Facebook.

      I’ll post if I find any deal. Wouldn’t mind something for quick trips but the rebate terms seem to almost limit it to scooters for kids. I need to do more research.

    • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 21:03
      +1

      Aldo $769 bike is good and so is the $499 scooter that I commented on above

      • Obfuscational on 28/09/2024 - 20:32

        Anyone get a rebate on Aldi bike yet?

        • Ahan on 29/09/2024 - 09:49

          I have not

  • amorn on 21/09/2024 - 14:39
    +1

    can I get a refund if Gov doesn't approve rebate?

    • AaronR on 21/09/2024 - 16:09

      Will depend on your retailers return policy. A lot of places accept returns within a time period if in original boxed condition.

  • ozy on 21/09/2024 - 16:08

    FYI parents
    https://www.qld.gov.au/transport/safety/rules/wheeled-device…

    Basically if your kid is under a teenage and you’re not with them and they go over 10km/h
    You get fined.

    Hard to police, and family members in the force say there’s not much they can do if a parent can’t be seen, but the regulations are very strict, not well enforced and discourages the use of the scheme.

  • Maz78 on 21/09/2024 - 16:21

    Damn Queenslanders get all the good rebates! First EV's now this.

    • Mad Max on 21/09/2024 - 17:54
      -1

      That's because when you had your state elections Dan had already bankrupted Victoria 🤣

    • Poor Ass on 05/10/2024 - 20:29

      Oh and also rebate on white goods last year too

  • mikkim4eva on 21/09/2024 - 17:35

    can you legally add toddler seats? specifically a long bench one that fits 2 kids.

    not bad for school pick up and drop off.

  • Justice Edelman on 21/09/2024 - 17:53

    Any speculation as to whether an Amazon AU order would qualify? Query this when considering the supplier is a brick and mortar in aus, but the invoice will read Amazon AU as distributor.

  • beyondtool on 21/09/2024 - 18:27

    So something like this would qualify? https://www.lasoo.com.au/products/one-deal/1399896/everfit-2…

    • bobbie34567 on 22/09/2024 - 17:10

      This one is the one I might buy if u can get the documentation on it… Hard to see if it meets the requirements otherwise.. and might be too late if shipping takes ages

  • ohgee on 21/09/2024 - 18:32

    Am I wrong in thinking the Ozito hybrid (pedal assist) e-bike is eligible for this rebate?
    https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-pxc-36v-2-x-18v-hybrid-e-b…

    It seems to meet all the requirements unless operated with the 8Ah batteries (288W).

    36v x 4Ah = 144W
    36v x 5.2 Ah = 187.2W
    36v x 6Ah = 216W

    Not the cheapest option but a nice discount, includes 2 x 5.2 Ah batteries and a 5 year no fuss (Bunnings) warranty.

    Watt have I missed?

    • Tradey on 23/09/2024 - 06:42
      +2

      You are measuring battery wattage, not motor wattage. Motor needs to be 200w output maximum regardless of battery size.

      • ohgee on 23/09/2024 - 09:04

        Cheers, appreciate your response! It's a shame Ozito don't specify the motor output in the documentation.

        • RoonFTW on 30/09/2024 - 22:14

          Ozito does specify 250 W motor, complying with EPAC regulations, so it will be eligible for the rebate. 2 batteries @ 5.2 each gives 374.4 Wh which isn't too bad. That $769 ALDI bike has a 280.8 Wh battery. But for $2K you'd normally get 500 Wh worth of battery capacity.

  • Poor Ass on 22/09/2024 - 00:25

    What's the cheapest escooter that can go up a hill?

    • aboutconfig on 23/09/2024 - 08:31

      will need a 1000watt minimum to go up hill comfortably, otherwise its still only you pushing up hill hahah

      • Poor Ass on 23/09/2024 - 11:35

        Got any recommendations for flat road that can do 3km that's cheap

  • mdw000 on 22/09/2024 - 10:15

    Shame its not available in NSW where 500watt ebikes are legal on the road : (

  • aboutconfig on 22/09/2024 - 14:24

    does working holiday visa counts as qld resident? to be eligible for this?

    • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 07:11

      No

  • aboutconfig on 23/09/2024 - 01:08
    +1

    I tried a 1500watt one in Brisbane hilly area, it feels still a bit hard while riding uphill, still feels its only me riding the bike with not much of help.
    (since the motor and battery added that much weight to a normal bike)

    The regulation should really be limiting the speed instead of the motor powers.
    For flat or downhill, even 200watt can make you go over 35km/h.
    But for riding uphill, even 1500watt you can hardly make it more than 25km/h.

    Guess all the regulators are driving in their Tesla or Benz, with no real ebike riding experience at all.

  • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 07:10

    Can it have 1 wheel in middle and 2 wheels on the sides?

  • barseeker on 23/09/2024 - 07:33
    +2

    Im considering this aldi ebike for $769 https://www.aldi.com.au/special-buys/special-buys-sat-31-aug… but it has a 250w motor so I need to find out if it's EPAC and qualifies? It least it can be returned to aldi within 60 days. Anyone has feedback on this?

    • aboutconfig on 23/09/2024 - 08:08
      +1

      60 days return is good, however this modle is Steel frame not aluminum, so its a bit heavy.
      The battery has little protection so it is very easy to be stolen.

        • aboutconfig on 23/09/2024 - 08:34

          still have stock nearby, aldi's quality and warranty is good part

          • RoonFTW on 30/09/2024 - 21:33

            @aboutconfig: 23.5 kg according to the user manual - the battery is 7.8 Ah 280.8 Wh so that cuts down on overall weight. Also it's rated for up to 100 kg rider.

      • RoonFTW on 23/09/2024 - 20:34

        This is probably the best deal right now for this scheme, as in least outlay to score the rebate. It's user manual looks like it has the information required to be eligible. It's extremely basic spec, probably not worth upgrading, but considering something like that geared Velectrix 10-speed is $2K, anything with air forks, hydro brakes and good drivetrain will be $3-4K+, you're up and riding away with your rebate!

  • coolsteps on 23/09/2024 - 07:40

    To be eligible, an e-scooter does it need to have a certain maximum Wattage motor? i cant see anything on the QLd gov website about this just the speed needs to be limited to 25km.

  • Hinee on 23/09/2024 - 07:58
    +1

    Happy new wheels day everyone!!

  • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 08:07
    +1

    Confusing; is it 200w or 250w?!

    What is difference between "power-assisted" and "maximum continuous rated power of 250 watt"

  • Rebu on 23/09/2024 - 08:20

    Most bikes are over 1500 mm long, what is it about 1250 mm length.

    I think gob is calling for new smaller bikes to be manufactured.

    • coolsteps on 23/09/2024 - 08:27
      +2

      i believe thats for the escooter :be no more than:
      1,250mm in length
      700mm in width
      1,350mm in height
      60kg in mass, when not carrying a person or other load.

      its not for the ebike>?

  • coolsteps on 23/09/2024 - 08:29
    +1

    ref "Further information on the eligibility requirements and how to apply will be available from 9.00am Monday 23 September 2024." not sure if i should buy now or wait until 9am incase they change the requirements? i really want to know if i can buy 1 ebike and 1x escooter per adult per household?

    • Skatez on 23/09/2024 - 09:16

      An applicant may only receive one rebate under the Scheme. Up to three individuals per household can apply for a rebate.

  • coolsteps on 23/09/2024 - 08:40
    +1

    btw amex has a targeted offer for $80 cashback along with the $20 first order code for https://www.99bikes.com.au/ but not sure if there are any bargains to be found there?

    • FOX on 24/09/2024 - 16:02
      +1

      Cheers, almost forgot about the AMEX offer.
      I'm after an e-scooter and 99bikes has a couple Segways that qualify, for example see this for Segway's confirmation.

  • Alley Cat on 23/09/2024 - 08:45
    +3

    After some research, I’m happy to report that it’s not really worth it. Entry level e-scooters gives you about 25km range for sub-$500, around $1k you get something more decent with suspension, which is about 10-20% discount with caveats. Any professionals on this site should be able to find better deals. The charging time is also quite long on average, judging by the rapid evolution we’ve seen on power banks in the last couple years, this should change soon.

  • ProggerPete on 23/09/2024 - 09:07
    +2

    So many upvotes, but who is actually buying something with this rebate? 200W ebike? Do they even exist?

  • Harry Krishna on 23/09/2024 - 10:03

    We all want to know the best ebike one can get for 999 maximum that qualifies

  • Doy on 23/09/2024 - 10:09
    +3

    To answer all of your questions on best bike to buy: it's gotta be the Valk MX7 off Mytopia eBay store, about $995 with current coupons. It's a really solid bike. Pretty sure it's eligible but with how confusing the eligibility requirements are, can't guarantee :)

    • Harry Krishna on 23/09/2024 - 10:16

      thanks for the start bro
      looks to much the same from valk when factoring shipping

      • Doy on 23/09/2024 - 10:19

        Was free shipping from eBay for me, $995.17 including shipping with the coupon.

        • Harry Krishna on 23/09/2024 - 10:23

          oh ok

          it appears u can use itt with throttle only -
          "Does the Valk MX7 have throttle? You also have the option to take advantage of the throttle lever to cruise along and take in the scenery"

          thus it's a pac not a epac, thus not valid because 250 kwh lol

          • Doy on 23/09/2024 - 10:29
            +2

            @Harry Krishna: Jeez, I see what people are saying about the eligibility seeming almost impossible to make work then. I'll report back.

            • Wigles on 23/09/2024 - 13:33

              @Doy: Oh no, i ordered this earlier too.

              I wonder if its even possible to get an ebike that meets all the T&Cs. I havent seen anyone post one thats definitely eligible yet.

              • Doy on 25/09/2024 - 10:43
                +2

                @Wigles: Valk MX7 successfully rebated.

                • Wigles on 25/09/2024 - 10:49

                  @Doy: Amazing! Still waiting on mine.

                • ciab on 25/09/2024 - 16:59
                  +1

                  @Doy: What did you upload as your tax invoice? Just a screenshot of the ebay payment/order?

                  • Doy on 25/09/2024 - 17:31
                    +2

                    @ciab: I just did a screenshot at first, and then QRIDA requested a full tax invoice. I messaged the Mytopia eBay store, and they promptly sent me a full tax invoice within a couple of hours which I forwarded on.

        • Ahan on 23/09/2024 - 16:51

          How long does it take for you to receive the tax invoice for a claim?

    • Ahan on 23/09/2024 - 16:50

      Looks pretty nice. How long does it take for you to receive the tax invoice for a claim?

      • Doy on 23/09/2024 - 17:20

        I emailed them and they got back within a few hours.

    • hoha99 on 04/10/2024 - 09:23

      Hi Doy! Have you got the bike yourself? are you associated in any way with the seller?
      It comes with a near useless instruction manual, half the items like a reflector and rear fenders don't fit it, crappy cable management design and cheaply made disk brakes that are near impossible to calibrate. There is a reason this bike is one of the cheapest option, and learning curb for myself that You Get What You Pay For!
      Don't waste your money, even at half price with a rebate, it's still not worth it. Pay more for a decent bike!

      • Doy on 04/10/2024 - 11:02

        Not associated with seller, have had one before (got stolen) and brother has one, so decided to get another.

        I put it together on Tuesday and found the setup fairly self explanatory, maybe because I've done it before. It's not a $2K+ bike, sure, but for under a grand (and in this case, under $500) it's definitely great value and I think almost on-par with the NCMs I've seen around. To get significantly better quality the price goes up steeply very quickly.

        I think it's worth reaching out to the seller on those issues, and maybe getting a different set of disk brakes on the first service you get.

  • Doy on 23/09/2024 - 10:11

    Also – ridiculously putrid form to fill out, but to be expected with these gov rebates I guess. My favourite question was 'Do you have a business conflict of interest with the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority?' and the only available option being to press 'Yes' with a box to explain why.

    • corinth1an on 23/09/2024 - 10:33
      +1

      Haha I had a similar experience, my form showed both 'yes' and 'no' options, I accidentally clicked yes and the no option just disappeared.
      Had to reload the page and click through each page again and only then was I able to select no. Pain in the arse.

  • Skatez on 23/09/2024 - 10:44
    +1

    Everyone don’t forget to share details of what you got in the comments here after you have lodged your rebate claim 😃

  • corinth1an on 23/09/2024 - 11:00
    +2

    I got the VelectriX Ascent Pulse for $1998.
    It seemed like the best value for money bike I could find that's mid drive, has disc brakes and has decent range.
    The form was a pain to fill out and I feel like I probably took too long to submit it, really hope I get approved.

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