The word Ebike is short for Electric Bike or is it? Here are 5 more E’s in Ebike you didn’t know. Effortless Electric bikes or Ebikes, are often perceived as effortless due to the assistance provided by their motor. However, that’s not strictly true unless the bike has a throttle (illegal). Riders still have toRead more ⟶
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10 things you should never do with your Ebike
Ebikes are an expensive investment and should be looked after accordingly. Here are our Top 10 things you should never do with your electric bike. #1 Don’t clean or work on your Ebike upside down. Ebikes are not designed to be upside down. Manufacturers understand bikes will get wet and muddy. They build exhaust holes intoRead more ⟶
What car rack do I need for my Electric Bike?
Big batteries and motors inevitably mean electric bikes are heavy. A fact not lost on riders that want to transport their bikes to nicer places to ride. In this article we’ll explore the key things you need to answer the question: What car rack do I need for my Electric bike? Forget the Roof ElectricRead more ⟶
8 Reasons to use an Ebike around town
Riding an electric bike (Ebike) offers several compelling advantages over driving a car. Let’s explore our Top 8 reasons to use an Ebike around town. # 1 Cost-Effective E-bikes are significantly cheaper to run and maintain compared to cars. A case study showed that a rider covering over 11,500 miles on an e-bike spent only £891Read more ⟶
Ebike Jargon Explained
If you venture down the rabbit hole that is electric bikes, you will soon realise it is filled with terms and jargon. If you are new to it, it can be confusing. In this article we aim to clear up any ambiguity, clarify any uncertainty and give you a list of Ebike terms with aRead more ⟶
Can an Ebike make you ride more?
It’s an alarming and somewhat uncomfortable fact that 70%+ of trips between two and five miles are driven. This often leads to congestion in our towns and cities which, in turn, is a cause of air and noise pollution. The former being a silent killer and an attributed cause of tens of thousands of deathsRead more ⟶
The Cost of owning an Electric Bike: A Guide
Electric bikes (e-bikes) have surged in popularity in recent years. They offer a greener, cost-effective alternative to traditional transportation. But if you have thought of buying one, how much does it actually cost to run one? Let’s dig into the detail and take a look at the costs involved. Initial Purchase Cost The initial costRead more ⟶
Can I fly with an electric bike?
As the weather can be so poor in the UK at times, holidays abroad become a talking point. If you ride an electric bike in the UK but want to take it with you, the question is can I fly with my electric bike? and if not what options do you have? Electric bikes abroadRead more ⟶
Electric Bikes vs Traditional Bikes: Which is Greener?
In a quest for sustainable transportation to drive down our carbon footprint, both electric bikes and traditional bikes are often hailed as eco-friendly alternatives to cars but which is greener? To answer this, we must examine various aspects of both types of bikes, including production, energy consumption, emissions, and overall lifecycle impact. Production and MaterialsRead more ⟶
How to ride an Ebike
You might think riding an electric bike is as simple as any other bike. On one hand that’s correct but with gears and a motor both designed to make riding up hills easier, it can be confusing which to use first, for example. Let’s dig into the detail and give you some tips on howRead more ⟶