New E-Bike and E-Moto Regulations in KCMO: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back New KCMO law addresses youth on dangerous and illegal e-motos, but also imposes speed limits on adults riding legal e-bikes in KCMO bike lanes. The Kansas City, Missouri City Council formally approved Ordinance 260508, implementing a new set of regulations for electric […]
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New E-Bike and E-Moto Regulations in KCMO: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
By Rayan Makarem, Director of Policy and Advocacy A new KCMO law addresses youth on dangerous and illegal e-motos, provides legal protection for safe electric bicycles, but also imposes speed limits on adults riding legal e-bikes in KCMO bike lanes. The Kansas City, Missouri City Council formally approved Ordinance 260508, implementing a new set of […]
Why start a bike bus?
By Ellen Schwartze Because it’s so much more than a bike ride! A bike bus is a feel-good way to start the school day, but even in our region bike buses are doing so much more: they increase road safety, support community, and help kids’ health and education. It’s benefits, all the way down! Riding […]
World Cup biking – here’s what we know right now
Biking to a World Cup match at KC Stadium? Here’s what we know about routes and bike parking This information is evolving as conversations continue with the City of Kansas City and KC2026 event organizers. We recommend confirming information with KC2026 Fan and Visitor Support. Signs on the Brush Creek Trail and Blue River Trail […]
Let’s buy a Bike Lane Sweeper!
How many flats have you gotten on trashy, debris-strewn bike lanes? It’s time we take matters into our own hands! The Velo Garage All Bike Club and BikeWalkKC are raising funds to purchase a Bike Lane Sweeper that can be pulled by bike! When local governments can’t (or won’t) clean bike lanes and trails, the […]
UPDATE: One bike lane saved, more are at risk! [Save America’s Bike Lanes]
UPDATE May 8, 2026 : Celebrate, but keep fighting Here’s the good news: The Washington Area Bicyclist Association is celebrating winning their recent court battle to save the 15th Street bike lane in Washington, D.C.! BIG thanks to local KC metro individual bicylists and groups Velo Garage Thirsty Thursday and Women-Led Cycling for riding in […]
Celebrate Bike Month this Friday with ribbon cutting ceremonies for two great projects!
Riverfront bike/ped bridge and East 31st Street traffic calming and streetscape.
Confusing E-bike legislation doesn’t make anyone safer
By Rayan Makarem, BikeWalkKC Director of Policy and Advocacy This past weekend, driving back home through Johnson County, I encountered multiple instances of kids riding electric cycles through the streets, sharing lanes with cars, and in one unfortunate instance for my parents’ brain, performing a wheelie. The good news: all the kids were wearing helmets. […]
Rules of the Road with Attorneys Paul Anderson & Mark Schloegel
Welcome to Rules of the Road with Popham Law! Attorney Paul Anderson has answers to common questions about bicyclists’ rights and responsibilities. Q: Are bikes treated like cars or pedestrians? A: As a cyclist, you have the same rights and duties as drivers of vehicles: you’re allowed to be on the road, you ride with […]
BLAST is coming to El Dorado Schools!
El Dorado Schools has been selected to receive bikes, equipment, and professional development to launch a BLAST program for elementary school students! BikeWalkKC, in partnership with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, has awarded El Dorado Schools (USD 490) with a Bicycle Lessons And Safety Training (BLAST) train-the-trainer program. The training will prepare physical […]