Alternatively, you can purchase a new ebike battery on Amazon.com.

Yes, but it depends on how much battery power you decide to use during your ride. According to the US National Library of Medicine, riding an ebike results in “lower trip duration and exercise intensity, compared with the regular bicycle”.

However, most of your time is spent in “moderate-to-vigorous-intensity physical activity”. Remember, you need to pedal in order to activate the motor, if you have a pedelec. You will, therefore, be exercising – and probably more regularly than before you had an ebike!

Many ebikers find that they ride more often – or longer – because of the help they get when riding into the wind and up hills. It gets them out on the road when they otherwise might not have gone. Some bikers are in better shape because they ride more regularly.

A hybrid electric bike combines features from different types of bike. Generally, it combines the narrow, fast-rolling wheels of a road bike with the flat, controllable handlebars of a mountain bike. Hybrid ebikes come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are designed more for urban use, while others would be more suitable for off-road riding.

When choosing a hybrid electric bike, it’s important to consider what type of terrain you’ll be covering. Do you need something faster to cover longer distances? More suspension for country rides?

Hybrid ebike frames have either a high top tube or a step-through, or dropped, top tube. The step-through would be more practical for shorter riders who might find it difficult to swing their leg over a high top tube.

According to the Federal Aviation Administration: “The airline must approve it. Airline approval is required for any lithium ion battery exceeding 100 watt hours (Wh). The airline may choose to not accept the devices at all or may limit them to carry-on baggage.”
“A device with a lithium ion battery that exceeds 160 watt hours (Wh) is prohibited as carry-on or checked baggage.”

Yes! Ebikes are ideal for towing a trailer. Your ebike will make it easier to ride for longer distances – even uphill – and even when hauling extra weight, like a trailer.

Yes, you will be able to cycle uphill much more easily than with a regular bicycle! The motor will assist you in getting to the top without leaving you breathless.

Although electric bikes are water-resistant to a degree, they are not waterproof. However, this does not mean that you cannot ride your ebike when it’s raining. Light rain is OK for most ebikes. As long as you don’t submerge your ebike, you should be fine. You can download this PDF to check the IP rating (degree of protection) for your ebike.

When cleaning your ebike, avoid using a pressure hose, to prevent water from damaging the electronic components. Always wipe down your ebike after you return home from a wet ride to prevent oxidation of mechanical parts, and lubricate your chain.

Depending on various factors, charging and maintenance could cost you between 6 and 14 cents a mile. Quite a difference when you compare it with running an automobile!

It’s highly likely that you will be covering longer distances and riding at faster speeds than you would with a conventional bicycle. This means there’ll be more wear and tear on your ebike. Consequently, you should have your ebike serviced more often if you’re going to be using it regularly.