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How Much Does it Cost to Charge Your Electric Bike? "The best way to answer this question is to look at the amount of energy eBikes typically use and to compare that to other means of transport to show just how economical they are in power consumption terms - very little by most measures!" By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
April
5, 2022
Canyon Spectral:ON tucks 900Wh battery in new
full carbon frame.
"Canyon
has released a lighter, longer-range Spectral:ON eMTB with
downtube capacity for a 720Wh or a 900Wh battery. Still
very much a trail-oriented eMTB, slotting into the lineup
below the longer-travel Torque:ON."
By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) Credit: Rupert Fowler - Bike Connection Agency.
April
3, 2022
News,
Blogs, Misc.
April 2,
2022
Genesis Columbia Road. "You
get a lot of e-bike for £3,000, and the Genesis Columbia
Road is a lot of bike. It’s quite bulky already, before
you populate the front and rear Atranvelo luggage racks,
and the general shape is, well, what’s the nicest thing we
can say?"
By Ian Evenden (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found)
April 1,
2022
Cyrusher Kommoda full-suspension electric bike review: A fun, category-busting fat tire eBike!. "The
Cyrusher Kommoda looks like the e-bike equivalent of
someone who got dressed in the dark. It seems to be
wearing a bit of every different type of e-bike on the
market. Nothing really matches, but damn if this powerful
eBike doesn’t somehow pull it off in an awesome way!"
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
March
26, 2022
March
25, 2022
March 23,
2022
Review: Electric Bike Company’s Model E is an affordable US-built e-bike for nearly everyone. "The
Model E offers a great balance of quality parts and
economical pricing. It’s right there in the name: Model E.
The ‘E’ is for Everyone, as Electric Bike Company’s
founder and CEO Sean Lupton-Smith explained to me as I
tested the bike out on a cool winter morning in Newport
Beach, California."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
March 22,
2022
Videos
March 21,
2022
Honbike Pro folds up ultra-clean, integrated shaft-drive commuter eBike. "The
new Honbike 20″ folding commuter eBike looks a bit like a
concept bike. It has no externally visible drivetrain,
motor or battery, plus sleek integrated lighting, a flush
integrated computer display, and one-sided rear swingarm
and matching fork."
By Cory Benson (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
March 20,
2022
March 19,
2022
eBike News: Gazelle Step-thrus, Transition eMTB and Lots More! "The
US is the home of the electric fat bike, right? Well,
maybe, but that doesn’t mean to say there aren’t plenty
more options out there, often very contrasting ones, such
as Gazelle’s newly reintroduced Arroyo range of step-thru
city eBikes."
By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
March 18,
2022
The best eMTB of 2022 - Group test of the 13 hottest eMTB models of the year. "What’s
the best eMTB of 2022? To answer this question, we pitted
13 exciting models against each other. They incorporate
new technologies, new motors and in some cases huge
batteries that will make the 2022 bike season more
exciting than ever. But which bike is the right one for
you?"
By Jonas Müssig, Rudolf Fischer, Julian Schwede (ebike-mtb.com)
Momentum Voya E+ 3 Review. "A
light weight road style electric bike with flat handlebar
and potential for many utility upgrades. All-aluminum
frame and fork includes mounting points for a front rack,
rear rack, two bottle cages, and fenders! Available in
three frame sizes, two colors, and high-step frame style."
(electricbikereview.com) (Image Credit not Found)
March 17,
2022
VanMoof is set to announce next-generation sleek urban electric bikes, shares teaser videos. "Leading
Dutch electric bike manufacturer VanMoof says it will
announce “something new” on April 5. All signs point to it
being the next generation of VanMoof’s sleekly designed
urban e-bikes. And we may already be getting a look at
them in a video teaser from the company."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
March 16,
2022
March 15,
2022
An electric bicycle with a driveshaft? Honbike launches futuristic-looking Japanese folding eBike for US/EU. "The
multiple award-winning Honbike is just about as steep of a
departure from typical electric bicycles as I can find.
Having tested hundreds of different eBikes, the Honbike is
unique in so many different ways that it marks a
refreshing new entry to the market."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
March 14,
2022
Hagen introduces three new “agile” eCargo bikes. "Hagen
Bikes is introducing three new cargo bikes, which will be
available both with and without an electric motor. The
direct-to-consumer brand has renamed its Nighthawk bike
“Flagship” and this will be supplemented by the
short-frame Mini and the long-frame XL."
By Alex Bowden (ebiketips.road.cc) by Hagen
The RadExpand 5 is the latest electric fat tire folding eBike from Rad Power Bikes. "One
of the many electric bikes comes from the fat tire
builders at Rad Power Bikes in Seattle. The RadExpand 5
launched on March 9, and its makers tell us that this
eBike is suitable for all types of gnar and improves upon
some of Rad Power’s most successful builds to date."
By Jilli Cluff (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Gazelle’s Dutch-made Arroyo comfort electric bikes are heading to the US. Here’s the lowdown. "Both
bikes available in this model line include
frame-integrated 500 Wh removable batteries that offer a
sleeker design, unlike the eyesore of bolt-on batteries
that sit on top of the frame. The two models come with
Bosch Active Line Plus mid-drive motors with 50 Nm of
torque that propel them to a top speed of 20 mph (32 km/h)
on pedal assist."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found)
Best Electric Bikes for Seniors (in 2022). "If
you’re an older person, who is looking for an easy and
low-impact way to keep fit and active, an electric bike
might be the perfect solution. In this article, we’ll
share some of the best electric bikes for seniors -
perfect for those who want to enjoy the outdoors without
breaking a sweat."
(ebikechoices.com) (Image Credit not Found)
eBike News: Yamaha, Liv, Rossignol Announce New eBikes and Lots More! "New
model launches are important - they reflect the latest
technology, such as the PWSeries ST mid-drive found on
Yamaha’s latest US speed pedelecs. But eBikes need
somewhere to be ridden and that’s an area that gets a
lot less press."
By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Yamaha unveils two new 28 mph electric bikes for gravel and road riding using new mid-drive motor... Yamaha to produce three eBikes.
"Yamaha
announced it is to begin selling its own eBikes in
Europe. The Japanese firm, which has long been one of
the best-known eBike motor manufacturers, is to release
three eBikes, two electric mopeds and a speed pedelec
(S-pedelec) as part of a new emphasis on urban electric
vehicles."
By Alex Bowden (road.cc) Yamaha
8 of the Best Women’s Electric Bikes (in 2022). "There
are a lot of electric bikes on the market these days,
and it can be tough to figure out which one is right for
you. In this article, I’ll take a look at 8 of the best
women’s electric bikes currently available in 2022, and
explain some of the key differences between men’s and
women’s eBikes."
(ebikechoices.com)Image courtesy of Ribble Cycles
Best Internal Gear Hubs for Electric Bikes. "Making
the change from rear derailleur gears to hub gears can
be one of the most beneficial upgrades you can do to
your eBike. In this article I’m going to be looking at 5
of the best internal gear hubs for electric bikes and
explore the pros and cons of such a set-up."
(ebikechoices.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Velowave Electric Bike (Range Review). "The
Velowave electric bike range offers three different
models at very reasonable prices. All their eBikes
feature integrated batteries, neat styling and decent
Bafang rear hub motors. Looking at customer reviews,
this range looks very promising, and in this article,
I’m going to be taking a closer look at each model in
the range."
(ebikechoices.com) (Image Credit not Found)
Valeo Combo Mid-drive/Gearbox Poised to Reach Market Soon. "A
Paris-based supplier of automotive technology, Valeo
recently announced that it has signed up 14 bicycle
manufacturers for its new Smart eBike System, a
combination of a 48V mid-drive motor and an
automatic-shifting gearbox that removes the need for
traditional derailleur drivetrain or internally geared
rear hub."
By Staff (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Valeo
Arcimoto Jumps Into The eBike Market. "Arcimoto,
maker of the 3-wheeled FUV (Fun Utility Vehicle), jumps
into the fray with an electric leaning trike. That is,
when you turn, the bike leans to keep all three wheels
on the ground to offer a riding experience closer to a
two-wheeler, but with the stability of 3 wheels."
(electricbikeaction.com) (Image Credit not Found)
City Escape Paris - Powered by Haibike. "When
it comes to branding, Paris is in a league of its own.
From cuisine to fashion and modern art, Paris is where
it’s at. But how is it possible to define Paris’ own
brand and just how did it become so cosmopolitan?"
By Julian Lemme (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found) 5 Cargo eBikes to Replace Your Car. "I’ve
gotten a small taste of the car-lite lifestyle recently
riding a couple of the latest cargo and utility eBikes,
pressing them into service to grab lunch, go grocery
shopping, and just enjoy some crisp winter SoCal air on
my local bike paths."
By Toby Hill (cyclevolta.com) Photo: Yuba Bikes February 24, 2022 Paris’s great experiment will ban cars in much of the city, instead opting for bikes, scooters, legs. "Exceptions
will be made for public vehicles, residents who live in
the included areas, delivery drivers, and those
accessing services such as shopping."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co)
Pexels Photo
February 24, 2022 A foldable, step-through, fat tire eBike? New Aventon Sinch makes it easy to get out and ride. "The
new Aventon Sinch may seem like an unlikely combination
of features, but it’s all about getting more people out
on bikes. Building off the success of their existing
Sinch folding eBike, the new Sinch Step-Through makes
the bike even easier to ride."
By Zach Overholt (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 23, 2022 Fast, stealthy Babymaker II electric bike
launched at ultra-low price, touts USA assembly in
Detroit.
"The
real story here is likely the US-based production, which
Scott Anderson of FLX's team tells me will be taking
place in Detroit, Michigan. The company explained that
despite the fact that “the overwhelming majority of
electric bikes entering the USA come from China."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) February 22, 2022 Raleigh reveals overhaul to best-selling
Motus lines.
"New
for 2022, all Raleigh Motus Tour and Grand Tour models
now come with inbuilt Bosch PowerTube batteries for a
sleek and modern look. Weighing in at only 2.9kgs, this
compact power bank can be easily removed for convenient
charging at home."
By Mark Sutton (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found) February 21, 2022 Harley-Davidson reports $41.3 million in eBike sales is just the start. "As
part of it’s yearly financial reporting, Harley-Davidson
has disclosed that the LiveWire brand, which it launched
in 2019 with an electric motorcycle of the same name,
made $41.3 million from children’s eBicycle sales across
2019, 2020, and the first 3 quarters of 2021."
By Simon Cox (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit harley-davidson.com) February 21, 2022 Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus Review, 2022. "A
sensible electric bike for sensible riders, the freshly
redesigned Rad Power Bikes RadCity 5 Plus is a
Dutch-inspired eBike that’s thoughtfully designed to
cart you and the things you need for the day safely and
efficiently."
By Sam Gross (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 19, 2022 eBike News: Affordable Eunorau Mid-Drive, Babymaker II Teaser and Lots More! "Is
the age of truly affordable mid-drives here with the
arrival of the Eunorau D6? Currently the eBike industry
is quite well-defined into two segments - more
affordable hub motor eBikes and pricier mid-drive
machines."
By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 19, 2022 Is this crowdfund topping eBike too good to be true? "The
Urtopia Carbon Electric Bike might turn out to be
genuinely all that it's cracked up to be: 30lbs/13-14kg,
Gates Carbon Belt Drive, 250w/h/35~40Nm torque battery,
thumb touch locking, GPS tracking, all for
£2,505/$3,000. "
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Urtopia) February 18, 2022 New electric bike mid-drive motor with built-in automatic transmission ready for production. "Paris-based
Valeo developed the new drive system with the help of
transmission maker Effigear. Together, their technology
combined to incorporate a seven-speed automatic
transmission directly into the mid-drive motor, creating
a single power and transmission unit."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) February 18, 2022 Priority Current With Battery Extender. "Priority
Bicycles is among the growing number of brands offering
a double-battery eBike capable of reaching that elusive
100 miles of range. The NYC-based company just began
shipping its Current eBike with a Battery Extender
option this month."
By Paul Tolme (cyclevolta.com) Image courtesy of Priority Bicycles February 17, 2022 2022 Aventon Soltera First Ride Review. "Aventon
kicked off 2022 with the introduction of its new Soltera
lightweight commuter eBike, a Class 2 pedal - and
throttle-assist model - that’s both a throwback to the
Southern California brand’s heritage and a statement on
its current direction."
By Toby Hill (cyclevolta.com) Photo: electricbikereport.com February 13, 2022 eBike Fires: Why they happen, and how you can prevent them. "Lithium
batteries like those used in eBikes contain two
electrodes, with an electrolyte fluid in between. The
electrolyte fluid is highly combustible, which isn’t
normally an issue, but if the battery is damaged or
overheated, the liquid can ignite."
By Cat Ellis (techradar.com) (Image credit: Freepik2 / Shutterstock) February 12, 2022 eBike News: Tahoe Lawsuit Settled, Four-wheeled Mubea eCargo Launch and Lots More! "While
there weren’t many new eBike releases this week there is
plenty of related news, from the final resolution of the
legal situation at Lake Tahoe, one of the most popular
trail riding spots in the US, to China’s recent efforts
to make electric vehicle battery recycling more
effective."
By Richard Peace (electricbikereport.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 11, 2022 Faction Bike Studio - The invisible creators of our future bikes. "The
bike industry isn’t known for holding back with bold
marketing slogans and presentations of new products. But
the two dozen French-Canadians behind Faction Bike
Studio are practically invisible, even though they’re
the ones creating the bikes we’ll be celebrating in five
years from now!"
By Moritz Geisreiter (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 11, 2022 LeMond Prolog. "The
LeMond Prolog wasn’t exactly what I was expecting to see
as the first bike from a former Tour de France champion,
but this sporty eBike is an easy one to love thanks to a
fun ride, lightweight design, sleek integration and a
great groupset."
By Liam Cahill (Image Credit not Found) (ebiketips.road.cc) February 9, 2022 US electric bicycle sales tracking toward 1 million annually, global market heading to $40B with a ‘B.’ "On
top of the huge increase in imports and sales in the US
last year, several eBike companies have raised
significant funding to grow their operations. The
largest US eBike company, Rad Power Bikes, even hauled
in multiple funding rounds amounting to over $300
million."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) February 9, 2022 The ultimate eMTB guide for the world’s best hobby. "We
wrote this ultimate eBike guide to give the newbies
among you some valuable tips to get started on your eMTB
journey. Our scene is full of interesting characters who
would love to welcome you!"
by Moritz Geisreiter, Jonas Müssig, Valentin Rühl (ebike-mtb.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 8, 2022 Popular eBike maker reveals data showing electric bikes offer similar exercise benefits to pedal bikes. "Fitness
is just one of the many draws of electric bicycle
riding. Belgium-based urban electric bicycle
manufacturer Cowboy has shared interesting data gleaned
from its ridership, providing insight on how much
fitness benefit is offered by electric bikes."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) February 7, 2022 “Bike-By-Wire” Tech Paves The Way For Unlimited Creative eBikes. "One
main factor limiting electric bicycles’ design freedom
is that the pedals must be mechanically connected to the
back wheel. As a result, eBike designers have to work
around a long, flapping chain or derailleurs and
multi-stage gear reductions with jackshafts. But, with
technology evolving every day, aren’t these mechanisms
outdated?"
By Luana Steffen (intelligentliving.co) (Credit: Schaeffler) February 7, 2022 Wisper launches DVSA approved full throttle eBikes. "David
Miall Founder and Director of Wisper Bikes says of the
launch “I am particularly excited to be able to offer
full throttle bikes again. They are more inclusive than
standard eBikes, enabling those that need a little more
help to discover, or return to the joys of cycling."
By Simon Cox (cyclingindustry.news) (Image Credit not Found) February 7, 2022 Eovolt Afternoon. "Eovolt
is a French-based firm. It produces only electric
folders and compacts and has its own assembly plant in
Lyon. The 2022 range consists of three models: the
Morning, Afternoon and Evening, with rear hub-motored
16", 20" and 24" wheels respectively."
By Richard Peace (ebiketips.road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) February 5, 2022 Fleet of cargo bikes for online auction as Irish company goes into liquidation. "The
bikes now going up for auction are all Urban Arrow
electric bikes with Bosch Performance line motors."
(stickybottle.com) (Photo:
Wilsons Auctions)
February 5, 2022 Urban Arrow Family cargo bike long-term review: A pickup truck on two wheels. "I’ve
now spent more than two years with the Urban Arrow
Family, and I agree wholeheartedly that it is mega cool.
But it’s also a legitimate game-changer in terms of what
it allows you to do by bike, and without question, it’s
the best bike I’ve ever owned in terms of how it’s
affected my day-to-day life."
By James Huang (cyclingtips.com) (Photography by James Huang) February 3, 2022 Aventon Soltera: This is the most beautiful low-cost electric bicycle I’ve tested yet. "I’ve
always loved the way Aventon makes its electric
bicycles. They exude a level of craftsmanship that far
exceeds their modest prices. But the new Soltera offers
a masterclass in building a lightweight, modestly
powered eBike for commuter use."
By Micah Toll (electrek.co) (Image Credit not Found) February 2, 2022 2022 Santa Cruz Heckler gets 29er &
Mullet options w/ 720Wh Battery.
"Santa
Cruz has updated its Heckler eMTB for MY22, waving
goodbye to the full 27.5″ setup to instead offer a full
29er while maintaining the MX option. That’s not all
that’s grown in size; the 504 Wh battery of old is
replaced with a 720 Wh battery."
By Jessie-May Morgan (bikerumor.com) (Image Credit not Found) February 1, 2022 CUBE Cargo Sport Hybrid Review. "A
sporty box bike with a suspension fork that can handle
up to two children in the front, and maneuver like a
traditional bicycle on two wheels vs. three. Bike weight
and cargo weight is low and center for stability. larger
27.5" x 2.4" rear wheel adds comfort."
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