Electric Bikes Guide
Electric bikes are the future, and it's time to get in on the action. These electric-powered bicycles can make your commute easier, allow you to ride farther than ever before, cut down on fuel costs and even help the environment. Here's everything you need to know about how electric bikes work and what kinds of different models are available for purchase today!
What is an electric bike?
An electric bike is a bicycle with an electric motor. It's not the same as an electric scooter or motorcycle, and it's not the same as an electric car.
How to use an electric bike
Using an electric bike is simple. To charge it, simply plug in the charger and wait for it to be fully charged. You can then ride your electric bike up to 15 miles per hour on flat surfaces (or up to 20 miles per hour if you have a throttle button). To maintain your vehicle and ensure its safety, we recommend taking it in for regular maintenance at least once every six months.
Electric bike buying tips
Consider the terrain you’ll be riding on. If you plan to ride mostly in city or suburban areas, a pedal-assist electric bike is probably fine. You can also get an electric mountain bike that has a motor to help with climbing hills and going downhill if you live in hilly terrain, but they tend to be heavier and more expensive than other models.
Think about your riding style. Are you fast and aggressive? Or do you prefer cruising at a leisurely pace? The more power an e-bike has, the faster it will go—which means that if speed is important to you when riding around town then making sure your battery can handle those speeds will also be important (and maybe even pick out a model with higher watt hours).
Do I want cargo capacity? Most models don’t have room for anything beyond what's already attached: lights and fenders for instance—but some do offer racks at the rear or front of their frames where panniers can be mounted on top of them! This means there are several options available depending on how much stuff needs carrying along each time out there roaming around town - whether it's groceries or only clothes then these would definitely come in handy. Consider purchasing something like this bag instead so everything stays nice n' tidy while riding around too.
Folding electric bikes
Folding electric bikes are the perfect solution for people who live in small spaces, don't have a garage or car, and need an easy-to-store bike.
They're compact: Folding bikes are as small as a briefcase when folded up. They can be stored under your bed or even hung on the wall if you have limited space for storage.
They're portable: When you're ready to ride, just unfold your folding electric bike and take off! These bikes will fit into any trunk or backseat of any car that has enough room for a laptop bag. If you don't have access to a car during commuting hours (e.g., during rush hour), folding e-bikes are great because they can fold up quickly so they can easily be carried onto buses or trains on transit days.*
They're convenient: Riders who use folding electric bicycles will never have trouble finding parking spaces close by because these vehicles take up less space than regular bikes do—and they'll always find places where other cars and trucks cannot go.*
They save money: The cost of gas continues rising while the price of electricity is relatively stable throughout different seasons (especially if you live in an area where electricity is generated by renewable sources). Electric bicycles cost less than driving cars too!
Fat tire electric bikes
Fat tire electric bikes are a popular choice for those who want to ride their bike off-road. A fat tire bike is a bicycle that has large tires to increase stability, grip and comfort over rocky terrain. These bikes can be used on trails and in rugged areas where there may be no roads at all. They are great for riding through mud or sand too!
Fat tire electric bikes also have wider tires than normal road or mountain bikes. This makes them more stable when you're riding on bumpy terrain like sand, gravel, snow or rough dirt paths. Fat tire electric bikes are especially popular with people looking for an alternative way of commuting around town during the winter months when icy sidewalks can make walking difficult—or impossible!
Mountain electric bikes
Mountain electric bikes are rugged and durable. If you plan on riding your mountain electric bike off-road, it's important that the frame of your bike is durable enough to handle rough terrain.
Mountain electric bikes are built for off-road use. These bikes have a wider tire size than other types of e-bikes, which allows them to handle uneven roads more easily. This also makes them a good option for commuters who ride their bikes through potholes or across bridges with cracks in them as well as those who want to explore new areas on their own time and at their own pace.
Mountain electric bikes are best used on rough terrain: While some people use these bicycles primarily in urban areas, others prefer taking theirs out into nature where they can tackle challenging trails that most other types of pedal-powered vehicles cannot pass through unscathed! This makes these bicycles ideal not just for commuting but also leisure activities like camping trips or fun days out with family members who love adventure just as much as you do!
Electric tricycles
If you're looking for a fun and easy-to-ride form of transportation, electric tricycles might be the answer. Electric tricycles are extremely popular in Asia, especially in China and Japan. In fact, there are over 2 million on the road in China alone!
Electric tricycles are generally easier to ride than motorbikes or scooters because they have three wheels instead of two (or four) and don't require a clutch lever. They also have lower power requirements than other forms of transportation so they're easy on gas and batteries as well!
All this means that if you live in an urban area where driving around can be difficult due to traffic congestion or high costs associated with owning an automobile/motorcycle/scooter (ehem...New York City), an e-bike could be a great option for getting around town!
Electric bike benefits
You can use an electric bike to commute to work, run errands, or even get a little exercise. An electric bike is also a good way to go when you don't want to walk or ride your bike up hills.
Here are some of the benefits of using an electric bike:
You'll save time and money on gas.
You'll be healthier, because you're getting more exercise than if you were driving everywhere in your car or taking public transit.
They're much lighter than traditional bicycles, which means they're easier for anyone (regardless of weight) who wants to ride one!
How to maintain electric bike batteries
To start with, it's important that you learn how to maintain your battery. Over time and use, batteries have a tendency to lose capacity—and they need regular maintenance in order to keep them performing at their best. If this doesn't happen on its own (and with many cheaper ebike models), it's up to you as the user of the bike.
Since batteries contain chemicals that can be harmful if they aren't properly contained and disposed of responsibly once they're no longer usable, make sure that when your battery is done charging it gets stored safely away from children or pets who might want play with it later on down the line--and let us know if there's anything else we can do for you today!