Key Takeaways: E-Bike Range An e-bike can have a range of anywhere from 20-100+ miles (32-260 km). Most modern e-bikes have a range of 30-50 miles (48-80 km). Lower-end e-bikes might have a range of just 15-20 miles (24-32 km). An e-bike with a large battery or dual batteries might have a range of over …
Electric Bikes
Electric bikes have become increasingly popular in the past decade. Before buying an e-bike, you may be wondering, are electric bikes safe? The answer is yes. Electric bikes are perfectly safe if you take some basic precautions to avoid battery fires while charging, learn how to ride properly, and wear the right safety gear to …
E-bikes use pedal assist sensors to tell the motor when to engage, when to disengage, and how much power to supply. There are two types of pedal assist sensors used on e-bikes: cadence sensors and torque sensors. Cadence sensors measure if you are pedaling. Torque sensors measure how hard you are pedaling. The sensor type …
One of the most important decisions you’ll have to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a mid-drive or hub motor design. Mid-drive motors are located in the center of the frame, between the peddles and applies power through the chain. Hub drive motors are built into one of the …
Electric bikes offer an environmentally friendly, affordable, efficient, and fun way to get around. When it comes to choosing an e-bike, you have a number of options to consider. This guide outlines all of the types of electric bikes available. In this guide, I explain the benefits and drawbacks of pedal assist (pedelec) vs throttle-controlled …
These days, electric bikes are becoming an increasingly popular mode of transportation around cities. They are fast, efficient, environmentally friendly, and fun to ride. Of course, there are some drawbacks as well. Ebikes can be expensive and heavy and the range can be limiting. This guide lists the pros and cons of electric bikes. I’ll …
Ebike hub motors can be installed in either the front or the rear wheel. Both motor placements have their own advantages and disadvantages. To help you decide, this guide explains the differences between front hub and rear hub motors. I’ll also outline the pros and cons of riding a front hub vs rear hub motor …
One of the most important decisions you’ll need to make when choosing an ebike is whether you want to go with a pedal assist (pedelec) or throttle-controlled model. These systems determine how you activate and control the bike’s power delivery. The power delivery system plays a role in the ebike’s price, ride quality, top speed, …