There are two ways to power an e-bike. One is by adding power at the wheels—usually, but not always the rear wheel. The other is to add power at the pedals, or more specifically, at the crank. Mid-drive motors confer a number of advantages to an e-bike, including improving the bike’s handling by helping to […]
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6 Ideas for Modding your eBike
Whether you have a brand new eBike or one you’ve been riding for a while, you’re eventually going to be tempted to make some modifications to it for a better, more personalized riding experience. However, if you’re a relatively new or inexperienced biker, you might not even be sure of what parts you can easily […]
Guide to Understanding Electric Bike Classes
Electric bikes, or eBikes as they’re more commonly called, are growing more and more popular with each passing year, causing more eBike products to flood the market. With a greater variety of eBikes to choose from, it can be difficult to guess or understand the performance offered by any individual bike at first glance. Furthermore, […]
Is It Safe To Take Kids On An eBike?
Electric bikes are becoming more popular each year. But if you pay attention to who’s riding them, you’ll notice it’s mostly adult riders. Many parents are willing to take their children out with them on traditional bicycles but have more trepidation when riding eBikes with their children. For some reason, many parents believe riding an […]
Dutch Safety Standard For E-Bike Helmets: Why Does It Matter?
Helmets are not created equal. And while helmets are not created equal, we’re pleased to report that every helmet sold in the US meets stringent requirements for rider safety. Recently, though, another helmet standard has emerged and is being promoted for e-bike riders. Since 1999, every helmet sold in the US has been required by […]
Guide To Cargo E-Bikes
Of the many new e-bike models that manufacturers have introduced this year, one consistent theme has emerged: 2023 is the year of the cargo e-bike. We’ve seen new models introduced by Specialized, Lectric, Aventon, Blix and Tern, among others. So why a guide to cargo e-bikes? Well, the big reason is to show shoppers just […]
8 Things To Teach Your Kids About E-Bikes
For the parent who has run an impromptu taxi service for a dozen years or more, the prospect of increasing independence for a kid and less driving for mom or dad can offer more freedom and ease than a staycation. But turning a tween or teen loose on a neighborhood isn’t as easy as it […]
What’s the Difference Between E-Bikes & Mopeds?
Obviously, an e-bike and a moped have a few things in common. Both have two wheels, a handlebar, a seat, pedals and a motor. After that, there are a lot of differences between e-bikes and mopeds. Not all e-bikes have a throttle (though many do) and unlike mopeds, most people are willing to pedal an […]
6 Reasons a Cyclist Should Buy an E-Bike
It might seem cheeky to tell someone who rides bikes that riding an e-bike can be even better than riding one with only a human motor. Before anyone rolls their eyes, hear us out. Trust us, we know how this sounds, but virtually all the staff of Best Electric Bikes ride regular bikes as well […]
Which States Are The Best For E-Biking?
Whether someone is looking for the best electric bike or is considering taking their well-ridden e-bike on a trip, it’s handy to know how that state’s laws govern e-bikes. Some are friendly to e-bikes, others aren’t as great. So there are things to consider that help determine which states are the best for e-bikes. The […]
