A Buyer’s Guide to Electric Bicycles
If you’re looking to buy an electric bicycle for the first time, you’re probably full of excitement thinking about all of the thrilling rides that await you. But before you get too caught up planning your rides, it’s important to learn a little bit about e-bikes. S&N MotorSports has prepared this handy buyer’s guide to electric bicycles to help you get started. Keep reading for more details, and then visit our dealership to check out our selection of electric bicycles for sale in Port Charlotte, FL.
Why Buy an E-bike?
When you think of electric bicycles, you probably think of their eco-friendly advantages. Sure enough, battery-powered vehicles are much better for the environment than their gas-guzzling counterparts. E-bikes produce zero carbon emissions, and some models are even equipped with recycled lithium-ion batteries to further reduce the carbon footprint. However, battery-powered bikes aren’t just about being environmentally friendly.
Going electric can save you some serious money, too. After all, fuel costs tend to make up a major portion of the total cost of motorcycle ownership. Not to mention the health benefits of riding these zippy vehicles. Pedaling an e-bike is so easy that most riders actually pedal a lot. Many people end up riding their e-bikes as much for fun and fitness, as they do for their daily commuting.
Types of Electric Bicycles
The early electric bicycles were limited to just one or two models. Thankfully, now there are many types of electric bikes with different specs and features. Most e-bikes have what they call battery-powered pedal assist that helps propel you. Technically, there’s a motor integrated within the bike to boost your pedaling so you can conquer hills and inclines with ease.
There are some models that also have a throttle. These e-bikes strike the perfect balance between speed and comfort. The motor on these machines is controlled by a throttle, which allows you to crank it up and get going without the need to pedal. When you are in the middle of a corner, you'll be able to accelerate with a light tap on the throttle. Of course, the less you use the pedal, the sooner you’ll run out of juice in the battery.
The high-speed pedal-assist bicycle is the fastest e-bike with a maximum speed of 28mph. Lightweight and compact, these bicycles aim to transform your daily commute by providing you with an exhilarating riding experience. These are some of the different types of e-bikes available on the market. We are confident that once you give these machines a test ride, you might never go back!
We hope you’ve enjoyed learning about electric bicycles. If you have any questions about these models, don’t hesitate to ask our team at S&N MotorSports in Port Charlotte, Florida. We proudly welcome all our patrons visiting us from Fort Myers, so stop by today!