Welcome to the world of electric bikes. If you are not familiar with them, they could open your eyes to a whole new way of riding and bring your biking powers to new levels. With electric bikes you have the potential to ride longer, faster and farther with less effort and with maximum enjoyment. To get the most out of your new ride, it’s smart to learn how good electric bikes expand upon the capabilities of traditional bikes. The biggest difference, of course, is the presence of a lightweight, quiet motor that adds electrical power when you want it. It usually sits unobtrusively on the back of a bike. In fact, the motor is so quiet most people will never know you have it on. You only use the motor when you want to. You will have an option of the following different types of electric bikes:
- Cruiser or hybrid designs
- Men’s or women’s models
- 250-watt or 500-watt motor
- Two-wheel traditional design or three-wheel tricycle
It is easy to turn the motor off and on. The bike operates in one of three ways: complete pedal power, combination of pedal and motor, and total motor power.
Electric Bikes for Men
Several models of electric bikes have the high middle bar that denotes a man’s bike. All models come with standard upright handlebars, an effective braking system and relatively wide tires that help with comfort and stability. An electric bicycle for men may also be able to accommodate a larger person, as some models are suitable for someone as tall as 6’4″ and up to 300 pounds. The range of the motor depends on several factors, such as the motor size, the weight of the rider, the weather and the topography. When used in pedal assist mode it is not unusual for riders to go 30 or more miles or for about 1.5 hours of motor use. The bikes come with the lithium-ion battery, the battery charger and an LCD display that shows your speed and your battery level. The bikes are made with quality components that mean the frame, shifters, brake system, derailleurs, chain and tires are dependable and durable.
Electric Bikes for Women
A number of choices exist for women that combine style, performance and comfort. In pedal assist mode, it’s easy to climb big hills that might have seemed forbidding in the past. Not any longer. A womens electric bike allows the rider to pedal when you want and to relax and coast when you are tired or simply want to enjoy the ride. The bikes are sized for a woman and yet accommodate many different shapes and heights. Comfortable seats and an ergonomic frame further enhance the comfort level. As for performance, you could be zipping down the trail at nearly 30 miles an hour when pedaling, or at an impressive 15 miles an hour without any pedaling at all. The ideal electric bike is out there for you. It’s a new way of biking and will allow you to keep riding to the places you have always loved, and to discover new adventures.
