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eBike News, Reviews, TechThe US bike industry is going to maintain a database of all legal eBikes "The database aims to act as a comprehensive resource for certified and insured eBikes." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Richard Peace Why there’s literally never been a better time to buy an electric bike "I can pretty much guarantee you that there has never been a better time than right now to buy an eBike. Here are the top three reasons why." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Canyon teases new :ONfly eBike claiming it marks 'the start of a new era' "The new bike is claimed to take inspiration from the agility of dragonflies, signifying the new bike's intentions." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN The Sea Otter Classic 2024: Day 1’s Coolest Stuff "Walking around the expo can feel like visiting Santa’s workshop." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) SRAM Patents Compact Motor and Battery Unit "The mid-drive motor features an unusual, concentric design." (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) The Specialized Creo 2 electric road and gravel bike has gone alloy "Mid-drive drop bar eBike costs a grand less than its carbon sibling." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Specialized Brompton boss urges crackdown on "poor quality" eBike batteries before public perception "snowballs into a world of fear" "We've got poor quality stuff coming in and if we're not careful, that will affect the whole momentum of light electric vehicle transport, which would be an absolute chronic shame." By Dan Alexander (road.cc) (London Fire Brigade) Himiway Zebra "Hefty cruiser suitable for cargo-carrying duties." By Tony Tompkins (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Tony Tompkins All New Cannondale Synapse Neo Endurance eBike "The all-new Cannondale Synapse Neo brings high-performance road endurance to the eBike crowd." By Jordan Villella (bikerumor.com) Images: Cannondale Salsa Cycles Introduces New E-Bikes - Morraine & Tributary "Salsa has introduced two different models, each in four builds." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) Photo: Sponsor The Cube Nuroad Hybrid isn't that kind of hybrid "German brand launches new eGravel bike equipped with Bosch's SX drive system." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Cube Synapse Neo goes Allroad for adventure and commuter eBiking "Cannondale has developed an all-terrain version of its Synapse Neo, targeting riders who value the potential of a dropbar e-bike for gravel touring and commuting." By Lance Branquinho (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) New USA cycling database will list all certified and legal eBikes "The National Bicycle Dealers Association are producing a comprehensive database of all certified and insured e-bikes available in the US." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo by KBO Bike on Unsplash That’s right, Another Bamboo eBike "At just 33 lbs., the Diodra S3 is one of the lightest eBikes on the planet." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) New Propain Sresh CF 2024 on test - An eMTB for all occasions? "Propain is expanding their eMTB family with the new 160/150 mm Sresh CF. With a Shimano motor, proprietary PRO10 suspension layout, and Propain's signature design language, it should deliver plenty of fun in the forest." By Mike Hunger (ebike-mtb.com) Photo Mike Hunger Ampler launches new Curt Anyroad electric bikes, with wider tires and fork mounts "The Estonian brand aims to target bikepackers and commuters with their latest Curt update." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Ampler Bikes 10 things you should never do on an eBike "Avoiding these mistakes and mishaps will help you to stay safe, while also helping to keep your electric bike in tip-top condition." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Spoilt for choice: Modular battery concepts for eMountainbikes? "The battery arms race is slowly fading away. With the ever-growing range anxiety pushing customers towards bikes with larger batteries." By Mike Hunger (ebike-mtb.com) Photo: Peter Walker Updated Surly Big Easy 2.0 eCargo Bike Gets More Comfortable & Better at Hauling "The Big Easy, in addition to the rest of their line of Bikes that Haul, shows you that Surly is serious about ditching the car and haulin’ with your bike." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos/Surly Bikes) How professional thieves stole $1 million worth of unreleased eBikes in seven minutes "The new Juggernaut FS ST eBike model was recently announced, with Biktrix preparing to begin shipments to fulfill pre-orders. This was the first batch of these new eBikes produced." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Ride1Up CF Racer1 review: Testing the lowest cost quality carbon fiber gravel/road eBike "In the world of electric bikes, the words “carbon fiber” usually means big bucks. Actually, it’s the same in the pedal bike industry, it’s just that eBikes already start out more expensive." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) (Image Credit not Found) Cowboy Cross ST announced: An all-road urban eBike with a 60km range "The 'ultimate connected eBike' comes with some thick tires too." By Ian Evenden (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Cowboy Ampler launches sleek new lightweight on and off-road commuter electric bikes "Ampler Bikes, an Estonian eBike company that prides itself on high-quality, local European manufacturing, has announced new e-bike models that expand the brand’s focus past the bike lanes and onto the trails." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Specialized’s new longtail electric cargo bike has a powerful motor and comes with a Garmin Radar "A 90Nm motor and 710Wh battery are just some of the features of the Turbo Porto." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Specialized eBikes overtake regular bikes in sales in Germany "Electric bikes contribute to keeping the German bicycle industry 'remarkably stable in turbulent times." By Patrick Fletcher (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Canyon eBike maintenance top tips: How to service, clean and protect an electric bike "Like a regular mechanical bike, an eBike requires plenty of care and attention to keep it in tip-top condition. Here's how." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN eBike boom takes on many unique forms at Taipei Cycle Show "Brands are becoming more adventurous as the popularity of electric bikes continues to soar, leading to rare designs and new innovations." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN The Diodra S3 eBike is made from bamboo and uses an all-in-one hub motor and battery "It also boasts automatic shifting and weighs just 15kg." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photos: by Diodra Canyon Grizl:On, an electric gravel bike with front suspension "The Canyon Grizl:On is, apparently, the “latest genre-defining eGravel bike“. The Grizl:On comes in four models." By Paul Horta-Hopkins (cycletechreview.com) (Image Credit not Found) Mod Bikes unveils new 2024 eBikes with torque sensors, helmet turn signals, and more "Mod Bikes, the Austin, Texas-based maker of a wide range of electric bikes (including an impressive sidecar electric bike that I tested last year), is announcing today its 2024 lineup full of new models and impressive upgrades." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) 3-11-2024
Romet E-Modeco URB 3.0 "A fully-equipped, high quality step-through hybrid with a powerful mid-drive and a big battery." By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Richard Peace We need to talk about Rad Power Bikes’ new eBike batteries "However rare, eBike fires can and do occur in poorly made batteries or in battery packs that have been abused, damaged, or otherwise misused." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Orbea launches new Diem eBike range for urban cycling and commuting "Smart integration and a Shimano EP motor are the standout features of this new range of electric bicycles." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Orbea Ghost - Tobi Müller Ghost eRiot EN Full Party with Bosch Performance Line CX Race motor "Ski pro and Olympic athlete Tobi Müller hasn’t just discovered that an eMTBs makes an ideal summer training device but also started enjoying demanding trails for their own sake." By Manne Schmitt (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit 2cycling.com) A Kangaroo with Wings Might Just Have the Wildest eBike Here: Taipei Cycle Show 2024 "This Japanese company brought a bike we couldn't stop thinking about to Taipei Cycle Show 2024." (Image: Ryuger) "With a suspension fork and dropper post, Canyon’s new e-bike is situated at the more aggressive end of the gravel spectrum." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Canyon Firefighters issue another safety warning after UPP e-bike battery sparks fire "We’re asking people to check whether they have a UPP battery at home. If you do, stop using it right away, and contact the seller." Rebecca Morley (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Rad Power Bikes debuts fire-resistant batteries - And four new eBike models "This is ushering in a new era for Rad,’ said CEO Phil Molyneux." Image: Rad Power Bikes New Specialized Turbo Porto is a high-tech hauler "The mullet eCargo bike features top-of-the-line design and accessories." By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) Riese & Muller Charger4 Vario "A good quality but expensive eTourer" By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Rebecca Bland Canyon revamps Pathlite:ON eBikes with new models aimed at touring and leisure riders "Integrated lights and a rear carrying rack as standard aim to make the Pathlite:ON a multi-purpose touring bike." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Canyon Salsa Cycles Gets Electric with Confluence Light eGravel Bike, More eBikes Coming "At Sea Otter last year, Salsa wasn’t hiding the fact that they’ve been working on some eBikes." By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) New Scott Voltage eRide 900 Tuned 2024 first ride review - The wizard of light eMTBs? "Hocus pocus! With the new Voltage eRide 900 Tuned, Scott has just pulled a massive rabbit out of their hat, releasing a new light eMTB with TQ-HPR50 motor." Mike Hunger (ebike-mtb.com) Photo: Mike Hunger Can you build fitness by riding an e-bike or are they ‘cheating?' "Contrary to popular beliefs, an eBike isn’t ‘cheating’ and you can make some serious fitness gains by riding one." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Can an eBike make you fast enough to train with a pro cyclist? "We find out if a motor and battery can close the gap between an average rider and a professional." By Alex Hunt (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN 2024 Trek Domane+ SLR eBike "Domane+ SLR is our lightest and fastest eRoad bike, complete with our highest-level OCLV Carbon, premium components, and a natural-feeling assist that keeps you quick and comfortable on epic all-day adventures." By JOM (gravelcyclist.com) TrekBikes.com Want to ride the same eBike as Fernando Alonso? Discover the eBikes of the Formula 1 world "As the 2024 Formula 1 season beckons, we take a look at some of the team's electric bikes." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Kimoa Is Cannondale's new Moterra SL the lightest eMTB ever? "The full-power eMTB weighs just 19.5kg!" By Liam Mercer (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Planning an eBike touring trip? Apidura has done a special eBike charger bag "The Expedition e-Bike Charger Pack is a lightweight bag for your eBike charger." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Apidura How to spot an illegal eBike "Whether you're buying online or in-person, here's how to work out if an e-bike is legal or not." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN First Ride: Scott Voltage - The Electric Genius "I've been riding the Voltage eRide 900 tuned both in Spain (pictured) and on my home trails in Scotland. Let's dig into the details and how it rides." By Seb Stott (pinkbike.com) Photos: Daniel Geiger First ride: Tern Orox "A behemoth of a bike that's loads of fun and very capable... do you really need one?" By Dave Atkinson (ebiketips.road.cc) photos by dave atkinson Moustache has done a belt drive version of the Lundi "The belt drive option is paired with the Enviolo Trekking gear hub, which offers up to a 380% gear range." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Moustache Why electric bikes actually give more exercise than reguler bikes "Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange, but the science is clear." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Canyon Torque:ON CF 9 review - Long-travel electric monster that corners like a hot hatch "The Torque:ON is the Canyon’s longest travel, hardest charging, biggest battery-ed, most DH-orientated eBike." By Mick Kirkman (bikeperfect.com) (Image: © Mick Kirkman) Nukeproof's Powertrain Megawatt eMTB goes on sale "Nukeproof's Megawatt is now available with a carbon frame and SRAM's new eMTB motor." By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Nukeproof) 2024 Flyer Uproc X 8.70 - Swiss Army knife or relaxed tourer? "It’s marketed as an all-rounder, promising to excel at everything from flowing single track to the occasional bike park visit, as well as all-day rides in the picturesque Swiss Alps. But can the Flyer Uproc tick all the right boxes and deliver on this promise?" By Sebastian Dirscherl (ebike-mtb.com) Photo: Peter Walker Moustache Lundi 27.5 "Functional and fashionable premium eCommuter or shopping bike." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Husqvarna Introduces First Commuter eBike "Most of us know the name Husqvarna for things like chainsaws and motorcycles. They also make e-bikes (and an eScooter), though until now all their eBikes have been eMTBs." By: Michael Clark (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) The Best eBike Repair Stands, 2024 "Until recently, there weren’t many repair stands that could handle an eBike." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) Photo Credit: Feedback Sports Canyon Strive:ON CFR Spec Review 2024 "Canyon has introduced another new electric mountain bike, bringing their lineup for four eMTBs." By: Michael Clark (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Watch out: New Jersey bill to require all eBike riders to register, get insurance "It’s been a rough week for anyone who enjoys the freedom of riding eBikes without undue state-applied hassle and burden." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Velotric T1 High Step Review "Light, techy, and simple to ride." By: Griffin Hales (electricbikereport.com) 8 eBike safety tips for beginners: How to stay safe while using an electric bike "From avoiding illegal eBikes to wearing the correct accessories, here's how to stay safe while using an eBike" By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Bosch launches second-hand battery checker tool and its biggest battery yet "German eBike drive system manufacturer Bosch has launched a second-hand battery check tool as well as its biggest battery yet – an 800Wh frame-mounted option." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Forget company cars - Electric bikes set to become the next job perk "Electric bikes have proven popular for commuters due to their ability to beat traffic in cities, often arriving much faster than cars or buses." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) New California bill seeks to ban kids from riding eBikes "eBikes would be banned for children 12 and under; those over 12 would be required to complete a written test and get an ‘e-bike license.’" By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Woom) Illegal eBikes: Dutch police unveil roadside power-testing equipment to catch law-breakers "Roadside rollers specifically designed to find over-powered e-bikes have been deployed in the Netherlands." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Politie NL Trek's best-selling budget mountain bike gets an eMTB boost "Trek takes its most popular mountain bike - the Marlin - and equips it with a Bosch eMTB motor and 400w battery to create the Marlin+." By Graham Cottingham (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Trek) Cowboy is offering at-home, on-demand maintenance subscriptions for its eBikes "We want to make sure people find it as easy as possible to get up and running and continue to use their bike as much as possible." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Cowboy Cowboy expands at-home eBike services to more riders "On-Demand dispatches technicians to your doorstep to perform ad-hoc services like bike setup, puncture repair, and child seat installation." By Thomas Ricker (theverge.com) Image: Cowboy Park Tool Announces New eBike Specific Tools "eBike-specific saddles and shoes may not have much merit, but eBikes do have specific needs, especially when it comes to tools." By Matt Beer (pinkbike.com) (Image Credit not Found) 10 benefits of riding an eBike "Here are five reasons eBikes are better than bikes, and five reasons they're better than cars." By James Howell-Jones (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN Trek unveils new Marlin+ eBike pushing Bosch mid-drives to new affordability "Trek announced its newest electric mountain bike, the Trek Marlin+. Not only is it an interesting electric hardtail MTB in its own right, but it also offers one of the most affordable Bosch-powered mid-drives on the market." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) How to choose the right electric bike for your needs "From range to budget, there are lots of factors to consider when buying an eBike, here’s how to navigate them to find the right bike for your needs." By Tom Hallam-Gravells (globalcyclingnetwork.com) Photo: GCN eBike battery regulation "A new bill comes after New York City saw over 400 fires and 300 injuries linked to lithium-ion batteries from 2019 to 2023." By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: NYCF) Gocycle's first electric cargo bike is an extraordinary looking folder with a unique handlebar "Gocycle's latest innovation is a bike like no other." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Gocycle US eBike firm recalls bikes due to fire hazard - 'Stop using and uplug' "About 1700 bikes sold at Bass Pro Shops or Cabela's are affected by the recall, which was prompted by three reports of the battery on the bikes catching fire." (Image credit: Pacific Cycles) Range anxiety: How to get the most from your eBike battery "Don't want to find yourself out of power when you're out riding? Read our handy tips." (ebiketips.road.cc) photo by ebiketips Tern HSD S00 "Top quality utility bike that can carry one passenger or a ton of stuff." By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Stromer Releases the Gearbox Equipped ST5 Pinion eCommuter in North America "Switzerland’s Stromer, known for their high-end long-range electric bicycles, is bringing an updated eCommuter to North America this month." By Steve Fisher (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) Best electric folding bikes 2024 - Easily transportable and fun to ride folders "From commuters to leisure, our round-up of the best electric folding bikes." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc)by ebiketips Brompton’s electric bikes now available with 12-speed combined hub and derailleur gear system "Company’s Electric P and C Line bikes both getting the upgrade." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Brompton Propella Mini Max launched as $899 electric utility bike "Propella has long been known for its eye-catching blue and black commuter eBikes that prioritize a simple and lightweight design over flashy features and bulky accessories." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Engwe C20 Pro "Good value for money but too big and heavy to carry around." By Tony Tompkins (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Valeo Cyclee eBike motor and automatic transmission now smoother and quieter with improved security "Cyclee set a great benchmark for the company, but could the updates help it feature on more eBikes?" By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) by Valeo Fire Brigade says eBike conversion kits, batteries and chargers need to be more strictly regulated - Backs Sofia Duarte petition "London Fire Brigade (LFB) is backing a petition from the friends and family of 21-year-old Londoner Sofia Duarte who died just over a year ago in a fire believed to have been caused by a converted eBike’s battery bursting into flames." By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) eBike Fires - Even the Media Gets It Wrong "None of the fires began with an actual eBike." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) Photo courtesy FDNY Ride1Up Prodigy V2 review: An affordable Brose mid-drive eBike for the common man! "When Ride1Up launched the Prodigy V2, they kept all the parts that made this Brose-powered mid-drive great and added even more components." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Skarper hooks up with Red Bull F1 team to get disc brake eBike conversion kit to market "Red Bull F1 engineers have made the device smaller and more powerful." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Skarper road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: We count down the best electric bikes "From practical folders to sporty rides, it’s time to check out the 10 best eBikes that we reviewed in 2023." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) The Electric Bikes at CES: All The New E-Bikes on Display "Carbon Fiber Frames, Integrated Displays, Glossy Paint, and LEDS Galore!" By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Get ready, American-made fireproof electric bike batteries are coming "A new collaboration between three different companies will see US-produced battery cells that could soon lead to fireproof eBike batteries." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Denago eXC1 eBike Review, 2024 "A budget-friendly but powerful entry-level eMTB with tons of upgrade potential." By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in January 2024 "Here at Electrek, we’ve spent countless hours doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Yamaha Crosscore RC "A powerful urban eBike with potential for other types of riding." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) eBike News: NY May Ban Uncertified eBike Batteries, Segway Introduces 2 eBikes, Stromer Introduces a Model With Pinion Gearbox and More! "After more than 200 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in 2023, the New York governor floats the possibility of banning all batteries lacking UL certification." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) eBike brand shows off first ChatGPT-integrated bike at CES 2024 "The Urtopia Fusion eBike is integrated with AI to offer 'entertaining conversations' among other features." By Pete Trifunovic (globalcyclingnetwork.com) © Urtopia Cars or bikes? Surprising results of study reveal who breaks more road laws "How do bike riders and car drivers actually compare when it comes to obeying traffic laws? That’s exactly what one scientific study set about to discover." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) Retrospec Chatham Rev 2 Step Through Review, 2024 "A spectacularly affordable sub-$1k cruiser with comfort and climbing ability!" By: John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) How the French Army has been testing electric bikes "Electric bikes are no stranger to armed forces around the world, and now the French military has joined the ranks of eBike riders as it wraps up the first phase of testing on electric two-wheelers." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Best electric gravel bikes 2024 - The best eBikes to keep you going off-road. "In 2024, there are more electric gravel bikes on the market than ever before." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) eBike Trends for 2024 "With 2023 behind us - a year of layoffs and insolvencies in the industry but slashed price tags on the shopfloor - there are plenty of potential new developments in the offing for 2024." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Cannondale Mavaro Neo SL 1 "Verdict: Some high quality elements but the motor system is underpowered." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Due to 'unintended acceleration of the motor,' California-based Aventon is recalling its Sinch.2 eBike "Labeled a 'crash and injury hazard' some 2,300 eBikes are being recalled." By Anne-Marije Rook (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aventon) eBike News: Nonflammable Lithium-Ion Cells, Bird Goes Bankrupt, a Plan to Revive VanMoof, & More! "In our first news of the new year we have an announcement of an exciting new battery technology that promises to eliminate battery fires." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Ribble Gravel AL e Sport "Very good gravel all-rounder with a good motor system, at a tempting price." By Dave Atkinson (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Looking Back at the 2023 eBike Year "An exciting new era in the form of lighter mid-drive models, safer batteries and more sophisticated and easy to use gearing systems." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) How to develop an eBike motor system? - A visit at Bosch eBike Systems "We met with Bosch eBike Systems to discuss the most interesting aspects with their developers, product managers and the CEO Claus Fleischer, and to give you a look behind the scenes at the eBike behemoth." By Rudolf Fischer (ebike-mtb.com) Photo: Peter Walker Brose says its 'remanufactured' eBike motor is as good as a new product, but considerably cheaper "Their ‘Reman Drive’ puts old motors back in service at lower cost to consumers." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo by Brose The Dolas Defender 250 eBike has three wheels, three motors and a colossal battery "Want a new way to travel in tandem? This triple-wheeled beast could be the answer." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) eBike News: Fuell eFolder, Sonder eGravel and Lots More! "There is a very solid-looking, though weighty, eFolder from Fuell, a much lighter eGravel range for the UK market only." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tesla’s Cybertruck inspires Olympic medalist to design futuristic eBike trailer "The Cyberdrop, which is planned to go into production shortly, is said to be ideal for bike-packing trips." By Simon MacMichael (road.cc) (via Jeremiah Brown on YouTube) Israel to mandate number plates for all eBikes and eScooters - They will be personal to the rider, not the vehicle "Each vehicle must display at least one plate, either on the front or rear, or both." By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) Photo: Yoav Aziz via Unsplash Banned! Why 2023 saw more eBike and eScooter bans than ever before "Here’s a look back at some of the most infamous bans and what led to them." By Ray Maker (dcrainmaker.com) (Photo: Ray Maker) Specialized Turbo Tero X 6.0 "A superbly versatile eHybrid on steroids." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) This strange electric bike has three wheels… in a row "European eBike laws aren’t as liberal as those in the US that allow 750W of power. In Europe, eBike motors can only provide 250W of power. But Dolas seems to have found a workaround by simply putting three 250W motors on the bike for a total of 750W of power." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) VanMoof 2.0: A new hope "The electric bike company’s new leadership outlines its post-bankruptcy plan to relaunch and expand into more areas of eMobility." By Thomas Ricker (theverge.com) Photo by Thomas Ricker Moustache J - Following the journey of a cast aluminium eBike "Does the Moustache J mark a breakthrough innovation in bike frame manufacturing?" Words: Julian Schwede (ebike-mtb.com) Photos: Julian Schwede What's the difference between a hub motor and a mid-motor on an eBike? "Which kind of eBike motor would suit you best? We outline the pros and cons." By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) Image by Oli Pendrey Best last-minute stocking stuffers and gear for electric bike lovers "If there’s one thing I love nearly as much as electric bikes, it’s getting to enjoy some new gear on my rides." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Cannondale Treadwell Neo 2 EQ Remixte "A lively and fast ride but in its current guise it has too many design faults." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) The Different Types of eBike Batteries "There are two newer battery technologies on the horizon and one of them is beginning to be featured in some eBikes." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) (Credits not Found) Sonder looks to build upon the success of the Camino by introducing its first ever electric gravel bike - The El Camino "The El Camino is a affordable, lightweight and ready for anything from the daily commute to weekend-long adventure gravel rides." By Paul Brett (bikeperfect.com) (Image credit: Sonder) eBike News; Ride1Up, Cannondale and Cervélo Go Gravel, and Lots More! "While electric gravel bikes - designed to be fast on-road but able to handle some degree of rougher off-road riding - may be a niche in the eBike world they appear to be a growing one." By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) Electric Bike Battery Fires: Everything You Need to Know "What is happening with eBike fires in NYC, how you can stay safe, and what should the industry do to minimize risks moving forward." By: Patrick Brady (electricbikereport.com) Image courtesy FDNY Everything my wife learned from her first 100 miles eBiking to work "Originally fearing that riding a bike to work might be stressful, she actually found it to be the exact opposite." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) New $2,300 carbon-framed performance eBike sees Ride1Up venture into drop bar territory "Available in either a gravel or road setup, Ride1Up aims to 'set a new standard for performance-inspired electric bikes." By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Ride1Up) Heybike EC 1 "A decent lightweight eBike option and well worth considering." By Tony Tompkins (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Former F1 team owner Eddie Jordan launches eBike brand "The urban bikes are as bold and brash as he is and the culmination of a partnership with D&D Electric." By Rebecca Bland (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Yamaha CrossCore RC Review, 2023 "This intrepid long-hauler has the look of a commuter with the handling and feel of a lightweight city bike." John S. Bozick (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) What a super eRoad bike like the Trek Domane+ can do for you "Pedal assist can support your rides in surprising ways." By Matthew Pioro (cyclingmagazine.ca) Photo by: Matt Stetson Cervélo’s first eBike switches between road and gravel modes... and doesn't look much like an eBike "New Cervélo Rouvida comes with a Fazua Ride 60 motor and has interchangeable dropouts that alter the geometry." By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) BikeBiz’s guide to the latest eBikes and eScooters "BikeBiz takes a look at the latest eBikes and eScooters from some of the leading brands in the sector, including EBCO, Eovolt, Yeti, Nukeproof, CaGo and more." Daniel Blackham (bikebiz.com) (Image Credit not Found) Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in December 2023 "Here at Electrek, we have spent countless hours undertaking detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes." By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) Harley Davidson eBike offshoot Serial 1 acquired by LEV Manufacturing "Firm says consumers should see lower bike prices as a result of the deal." By Rebecca Morley (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) Your $1.00 monthly contribution is important and will help keep us online. Also, clicking on the advertisements would be an additional way of helping. 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