There are countless ebike manufacturers to choose from and unique terminology that can be hard to make sense of.
In the United States, ebikes are categorized as Class 1, 2, or 3.
Class 3 ebikes are the fastest, with a max speed of up to 28 mph with pedal-assist.
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Sometimes, you’ll come across an ebike that says it’s a Class 2 and Class 3 ebike.
However, hub-drive motors arent as efficient as mid-drive motors, and theyre much heavier.
Adding extra weight to one end of the bike can make turns while riding feel less natural.
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Ebike motors come in various sizes, usually somewhere between 250 to 750 watts.
The harder you pedal, the more pedal-assist you’ll receive.
Gearing System: Do You Want a Traditional Bike Feel?
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If youre heading towards a hill, you could switch to a lower gear to make pedaling uphill easier.
Battery Range: How Far Do you gotta Go?
Think about where you plan to take your ebike (work, school, errands, etc.)
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and figure out how many miles itll take you to get there.
Most Class 1 ebikeswhich often end up being peoples first ebikeaverage a range of 40 to 50 miles.
Selecting a good estimated battery range is more about how often you want to charge the ebike.
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However, the larger your overall battery capacity is, the heavier your ebike will be.
Step-over frames are generally sturdier, making it easier to ride faster or over rougher terrain.
However, step-over frames can be difficult to use for those with mobility issues or shorter heights.
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Which punch in of Electric Bike Should You Get?
These ebikes are generally heavier and larger than other ebikes before adding your own cargo.
EMBs have thick, strong frames, fat tires, and an excellent suspension system.
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This build makes it easy to tackle trails with large rocks, gravel, or uphill terrain.
More people are looking to use an electric bike on roads or simple trails than rocky, mountainous terrain.
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