Free Spirit Rider Training

Another student received her class 6 license. Congratulations Elora! Keep up with those shoulder checks.

On August 10, 2026, Medicine Hat Police Service officers were conducting roving patrols in the area of Gershaw Drive SW and the Trans-Canada Highway when they observed a 48-year-old woman operating an e-motorcycle with a wattage greater than 500 watts.

The operator allegedly proceeded through two red lights at a high rate of speed without stopping and narrowly avoided being struck by a transport truck. Officers stopped the operator, who was found to be a suspended driver. She was charged with operating a motor vehicle without insurance, operating a motor vehicle without registration, and failing to stop at a red light.

Police are reminding owners and operators that e-motorcycles and e-bikes with a wattage greater than 500 watts may be classified as motor vehicles. These vehicles require the operator to wear an approved helmet and have valid insurance, registration, and the appropriate class of driver’s licence.

Congratulations to Deklanfor passing your road test on your mom's motorcycle on this wet Wednesday! Remember those shoulder checks!

Here are some dates for upcoming basic riding skills courses. August 22 & 23, August 29 & 30, September 5 & 6, September 12 & 13, and September 26 & 27. Call now to book your course.

I love it when former students drop by for a visit and show off their rides. Thanks for dropping by Ethan. Was very nice to see you.

Had a class of 1 this weekend. It was a hot one. 🔥 We will not turn away anyone that wants to learn. Spots still available for August 22nd and 23rd as well as the 29th and 30th. Call us for more info.

Electric Motorcycles

The Medicine Hat Police Service has observed an increase in electric motorcycles being operated in the community. While these vehicles are sometimes mistaken for e-bikes, some electric-powered vehicles may be classified under Alberta legislation as electric motorcycles rather than bicycles.

A vehicle may fall outside the legal definition of an e-bike if it produces more than 500 watts of power, cannot be propelled by muscle power, can exceed 32 km/h, or otherwise does not meet the legal requirements for an e-bike.

Electric motorcycles operated on public roadways must meet the same legal requirements as other motorcycles, including registration, insurance, and the appropriate class of driver’s license. Riders operating an unregistered or uninsured electric motorcycle, or operating without the proper license, may be subject to multiple charges or fines.

These vehicles are also not permitted on multi-use pathways or other areas designated for bicycles. Combined fines and penalties can exceed $4,000.

The Medicine Hat Police Service encourages riders and parents to review the rules for electric-powered vehicles before purchasing or operating them to ensure the vehicle is legal for its intended use.

Stay informed. Stay legal. Stay safe.

Another HOT 🔥 weekend learning how to ride motorcycles. You all did awesome! I enjoyed teaching you both. Can't wait to see you out with your own rides soon.

One of our previous students dropped by to show us his new ride and his class 6 license! He completed his road test Wednesday. Congratulations Rob!