(Newswire.net — January 31, 2019) — The e-bike or electric market is growing fast and has become a worldwide phenomenon. Here we list reasons of growing popularity of e-bikes.
E-Advantages
E-bikes offer enormous advantages in urban mobility. The electric ones do not pollute, they are light, agile in traffic, they do not need a license, they are practical to store and to park and still allow the cyclist to do physical exercise (without sweating so much, literally). They are perfect for beginners and out-of-shape cyclists who need a lift to win the rides.
E-Economy
Economy is another attraction and e-bikes tend to compete directly with motorcycles and low-displacement scooters. In this comparison, electric bicycles have a huge advantage, since they do not consume gasoline, maintenance is cheaper and, due to exemption, they do not pay compulsory insurance.
Another advantage is in the purchase price, with electric models starting at €2,300, such as Cube Touring Hybrid e-bike, with a 250W engine and less than 25kg in weight. For comparison purposes, the newly re-launched 125cc Yamaha Neo scooter weighs 96kg and costs €2,850. Already a Suzuki Burgman 125i leaves for €2,262. Check out more e-bikes at https://biketech24.de/e-bike-pedelecs.
A lot of people have got e-bikes. They are people who have sold the car, but cannot depend on public transportation. These e-bikes are perfect for those who want to spend little, not get stuck in traffic and without the expense of a motorcycle.
Spending on electricity is minimal. The energy required to travel 10km on an e-bike is the same as it takes to boil 700ml of water.
E-Possibilities
In addition to all these advantages in mobility, the electric ones allow a new and wide range of activities such as policing and delivery services.
Electric bikes are a perfect alternative for athletes who recover from injury, serve as a track inspection vehicle for event organizers (the International Cup already uses them for this purpose).
E-Generations
The first electric bicycles, called “Generation 1”, were basically scooters with electric motors. All you had to do was sit on the saddle and accelerate to enjoy a vehicle that most resembled a small motorcycle with a large battery – usually located in the rear luggage compartment or seat tube – that propelled a motor installed on the front or rear wheel. These models can still be seen frequently in beach towns and on the cycle routes of large cities.
The “Generation 2” is what is known as Pedal Electric Cycle, in which the electric motor in the hub of the wheel only works if the rider pedals.
The “Generation 3” in turn innovated with central engines (also known as mid-drive) that act directly in the central movement and offer a more balanced and efficient pedaling.