Are you wondering how to buy the best electric bike? Well, I just published the expanded, updated, 3rd edition of How to Buy the Best Electric Bike. This brand new edition will give you all the information you need to buy the best electric bike for your personal needs. This edition is published in collaboration with Turbo Bob and the Electric Bike Review, two of the greatest … [Read more...]
Electric Bike Conversion: Bafang BBS01 motor and Giant Revive
Here is Levin F. Nock’s detailed description of how he converted a comfortable Giant Revive E-bike into an electric cargo bike with a 350W Bafang BBS01 motor. Levin loves his e-bike and uses it to commute, haul groceries, and get some exercise. Over to Levin! My e-bike is an Irish blessing: the wind is always at my back, and the road rises up to meet me. Even with a 20 … [Read more...]
How to Carry a Water Bottle on Your Electric Bike
No place for a water bottle on your electric bike? A common problem with electric bikes is that there is no way to carry a water bottle. This is a serious problem because, contrary to popular belief, it’s possible to get a lot of exercise on an ebike – which means you need to have a lot of water. Related: How many calories can you can burn on an electric bike? When I got my … [Read more...]
What Size Motor Should You Buy for Your Electric Bike?
What Size Electric Bike Motor Do You NEED for Your Electric Bike As with every other question about a new electric bike, the answer to this one comes down to your personal needs and choice. Will your daily commute take you off road, and over the top of a mountain? If so, you are going to need the kind of big, tough motor that is found on, for example, Optibikes. Their top of … [Read more...]
How do Electric Bikes Work?
Electric bikes have many benefits. They get all kinds of people outside and exercising, and opting to cycle instead of drive reduces emissions and also reduces traffic congestion. But have you ever wondered: "How do Electric Bikes Work?" This post explains the basics of how electric bikes work, using an animated infographic that explains exactly how electric bikes work, a video … [Read more...]