You get out of bed every morning and go for a stroll to re-energise yourself for the day. While you step outside your house and breathe the brisk morning air, you only breathe in the dust and pollutants emitted by the passing traffic. The countless vehicles that drive the highways blatantly release poisonous chemicals into the atmosphere, harming our ecosystem greatly.

The latest two-wheeler called an electric bicycle entered the market to lower pollution levels. These charging electric bicycles are of a newer generation and offer an affordable and practical means of transportation.

 

Features of an Electric Bicycle

Not every bicycle on the market has the same features. These features, range, speed, and price, can differ from brand to brand. To help you compare electric bicycles, keep these additional features in mind:

 

• Pedal-assist initiation and pedal feel: The more performance-oriented the bicycle, the smoother and quicker the pedal assistance will feel. Find an electric bicycle that reacts with the pace and severity that work best for you.

 

• Pedal-assist level: Most charging bicycles include three or four degrees of pedal-assistance, allowing you to choose between conserving battery life (eco mode) and increasing acceleration and torque (in turbo or boost mode). A variety of integrated accessories are now added to these new e-bicycles, including:

 

• HeadLight: It is a good safety element typically found on commuter and city bikes. These electric bicycles use different systems with more potent illumination for better vision at night.

 

• Racks: These strong racks, which are typically featured on cargo e-bikes, can support large loads. These all-new e-bicycles can also equip various individually bought racks. Still, you’ll need to be sure the rack will fit your particular new e-bicycle model.

 

• Handlebar-mounted LCD: An e-bike has many moving parts, so it’s useful to have a charging bicycle to keep track of things like battery life, pedal-assist mode, miles travelled, speed, and more.

 

• Bluetooth Connectivity: All these high-end electric bicycles are capable of wireless connectivity with cell phones. You can easily track your GPS location and service history through cell phone connectivity and can operate other possible apps. You can even unlock the integrated lock on your all-new e-bicycle with some apps.

 

• Built-in security: Some bicycles feature rear-wheel locks fastened to the frame; some have locks (sold individually) on the battery that can be opened by a bicycle lock built by a partner company.

 

• Equipment Quality: Electric bicycles at various price points represent equivalent tier-based component quality. Less expensive electric bicycles frequently come with low-value-priced parts and lack high-end functionality like a smartphone connection. Like a standard one, these bicycles feature premium brakes, tyres, shifters, and gearboxes to offer more resilient and efficient performance.

 

• Frame: Most e-bike frames are built of aluminium; however, nowadays, e-bicycle manufacturers have also started using steel and carbon fibre frames. The design and frame material, coupled with the size of the motor and battery, are the major contributors to the overall weight.

 

Generally, electronic bicycles are heavier than the regular-bicycles. It is because electric bicycles use motor assistance to combat the loss of momentum. But people mostly prefer lightweight bicycles over other options. Therefore, these electric bicycles offer superior and adaptable performance.

 

Advantages of Using Electric Bicycles

• Easily Rechargeable: All the latest electric bicycles and motorbikes operate on nickel-metal hydride or lithium-ion batteries. It is easier to charge because you can plug them into any electrical socket. On average, these electric bicycles require six to eight hours to recharge the batteries fully.

 

• Low Maintenance: Compared to conventional bikes, electric bicycles require less maintenance. Additionally, a charging bicycle spares you the hassle of maintaining ordinary bicycles, which require regular lubrication, inspection, and adjustment. You must still pay attention to your brake pads, fluid flush and tyres.

 

• No Fuel Cost: A no-fuel cost is another benefit of electric bikes. Driving an electric bicycle for 20 minutes consumes about 250 watts of power. Electric motorcycles are comparably reasonable because the electricity cost is Rs 5/unit (approximate figures).

 

• No Noise pollution: Indian roadways are always noisy. The roadways are constantly in chaos due to pointless honks and never-ending arguments. Surprisingly silently, electric bikes cruise across the city streets. Some e-bicycles now incorporate a gadget that produces artificial sound.

 

Conclusion

With the sharp elevation in gas prices, a large population is steadily moving towards these budget-friendly purchases. These new electric bicycles are more affordable and are purchased by many households because of their low maintenance and fuel costs.

Increased adoption of electric bicycles in place of those that run on diesel and petrol will reduce air pollution. So let’s begin utilising these e-bicycles and encourage others to do the same.