Electric bike news

Shimano reveals over 24% of European commuters would consider commuting by e-bike… but only 11% would in the UK

Arriving to work sweaty and bad weather were the main reasons cited by the UK commuters surveyed who were unwilling to ditch the car

Thu, Apr 04, 2019 16:09
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Look launch their first e-bike, the e-765 Optimum All Road

Developed in association with Bernard Hinault, the e-765 has the detachable Fazua Evation motor system so you can take advantage of the assistance or remove to ride it as a normal push bike...

Thu, Apr 04, 2019 13:09
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Shimano STEPS e-bike assistance can now be controlled from drop handlebars with new Di2 technology

Rather than having to come out of the drops to alter your e-assistance, Shimano will now allow you to do this from the Di2 shift buttons on e-road and gravel bikes equipped with Shimano STEPS

Tue, Apr 02, 2019 14:56
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Blix successfully crowdfund over £100k for new long range, affordable cargo e-bike

Blix e-bikes have crowdfunded over 100k for their new cargo bike, capable of doing 20mph, which is on-sale now for £1,030

Mon, Apr 01, 2019 14:45
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Blix successfully crowdfund over £100k for new long range, affordable cargo e-bike

Blix e-bikes have crowdfunded over 100k for their new cargo bike, capable of doing 20mph, which is on-sale now for £1,030

Mon, Apr 01, 2019 14:37
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Ribble launch two new e-bikes at the London Bike Show, the CGR AL e and Hybrid AL e

The CGR AL e comes in numerous specs for road or off-road use, and the Hybrid is touted as a modern classic for commuting, touring or just hacking around town...

Thu, Mar 28, 2019 19:21
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Colnago launch the e64 e-road bike, weighing in at just 12kg

Colnago's flagship C64 road bike has been given the e-treatment, with the e64 getting an almost-invisible Ebikemotion hub motor system

Thu, Mar 28, 2019 14:33
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Brompton will launch UK’s first electric folding bike hire scheme from new store in London

The new Brompton store opening in the Shepherd's Bush Westfield Centre is part of a retail expansion by the brand, who will also offer a 'drop and shop' scheme for Brompton owners who want to park their bike while they shop

Wed, Mar 27, 2019 16:25
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Orbea launch the eMX, their first e-bike for kids

The eMX is adapted for kids aged 6-10, and weighs in at 15.5kg. Unfortunately UK kids won't be able to benefit due to our funny old laws though...

Mon, Mar 25, 2019 15:00
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The London Bike Show 2019 – e-bikes from Canyon, Ribble, Coco-Mat, Vitus and Panther on show this weekend

Here's a sneak preview of what e-bikes you can expect to see at the London Bike Show this weekend...

Mon, Mar 25, 2019 13:01
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Co-op launches a new e-cargo bike online delivery service

The grocer has teamed up with 'last mile' delivery service e-cargobikes.com to provide an online delivery service, with the goods brought to you by e-cargo bike...

Fri, Mar 22, 2019 08:00
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Royal Mail roll out e-trike pilot scheme

Selected postal workers were today supplied with specially-designed e-trikes with a huge load capacity to deliver their mail...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019 16:52
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Yamaha launch the Wabash gravel e-bike

Fully designed and developed in-house by Yamaha, the new bike blends the two fastest-growing bike trends, namely e-bikes and gravel, into one impressive package...

Tue, Mar 19, 2019 13:21
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Tern team up with Overseas Adventure Travel to offer e-bike experiences for cruise tourists

Tern have supplied over 100 Vektron e-bikes spread across 13 ships for O.A.T customers to enjoy some exploring on their cruise ship's stop-offs...

Fri, Mar 15, 2019 16:18
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Swiss bike shop Obst & Gemüse team up with Elian Cycles to create “the perfect e-cargo bike”

Described as "the ultimate light-weight, high-freight machine", the Ultimate e-Cargo is hand-built and you get Chris King hubs, SRAM eagle 12 speed shifting and an ENVE cockpit included for good measure...

Tue, Mar 12, 2019 12:31
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Review: Haibike SDURO HardSeven 8.0 e-bike

Verdict: Tourer that is slightly better specced and with more relaxed geometry than its rivals

Sun, Mar 10, 2019 09:00
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Skoda’s new Klement “micromobility” e-bike concept goes 28 mph and does away with normal pedals and chain

The Skoda Klement has to be seen to be believed, with car-like pivoting pedals and a single-side frame design...

Fri, Mar 08, 2019 11:11
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Hero Cycles of India launch e-bike designed in Manchester

Developed to offer an affordable e-bike option to fill the gap left by the EU's crackdown on cheap Chinese imports, the Insync range of e-bikes will cost between £1000 - £1,400

Thu, Mar 07, 2019 09:50
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E-bikes now the biggest selling bike type in the Netherlands

More than 1 million bikes were sold to the Dutch last year, with e-bikes accounting for 40% of those and average spend also higher than in 2017

Wed, Mar 06, 2019 19:15
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Are public bike hire schemes finally embracing electric? Citi Bike to release 4,000 more e-bikes in New York

As New York gears up for an influx of extra e-bikes, we'll also be getting some much-needed pedal assist in our hilly hometown of Bath. Promising news for clean urban mobility all round...

Sat, Mar 02, 2019 17:32
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Updated Ampler e-bike models launched, with the lightest at just 13.5kg

Ampler have revealed their Curt, Stellar and Stout e-bikes for 2019, with upgraded and urban-focussed components specced throughout the range

Fri, Mar 01, 2019 15:52
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Can an e-bike pull a car?

The folks at Tredz set out to answer the question!

Tue, Feb 26, 2019 17:55
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Surly launch long-tailed Big Easy e-cargo bike

With a geometry that makes it ride like a conventional bike, Bosch's most powerful drivetrain and huge rear storage, the Big Easy is built to carry the kids, the shopping and much more...

Fri, Feb 22, 2019 16:35
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New bikes, gear and tech at iceBike 2019 from Ridgeback, Adventure, Air Fom and Dynaplug

We went to check out some of the latest and greatest from one of the UK's biggest cycling distributors, here are some highlights...

Fri, Feb 22, 2019 15:30
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E-bikes give a brain boost to older cyclists, according to new study

The new research found that cyclists between the ages of 50-83 experienced cognitive and mental health benefits from riding a bicycle, regardless of whether it was electric or non-assisted...

Thu, Feb 21, 2019 13:38
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Raleigh revamps their Stow-E-Way folding e-bike

The British bike behemoths have made their e-folder available in black and white colourways, with 8-speed gearing and four levels of assistance

Fri, Feb 15, 2019 17:20
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BikeLive Cannock Chase is back! Loads of e-bike brands are confirmed for our annual demo day extravaganza

We're looking forward to welcoming you for BikeLive on 6th April, where you'll be able to demo all the latest and greatest bikes from some of the best brands in the business!

Fri, Feb 15, 2019 14:09
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Jimmy’s Iced Coffee founder swaps a car for an e-cargo bike, saves £80 a week on fuel

Jimmy Cregan has described swapping his Mercedes C63 for a Tern GSD as "the best thing I've ever done"

Thu, Feb 14, 2019 17:07
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Check out this stylish machine from Coleen, an electric remake of the legendary Jean Prouvé bike from 1941

If you like to mix the old with the new then this bike might just be the ultimate example, with timeless looks and a motor built in seamlessly so you wouldn't know it was there!

Wed, Feb 13, 2019 17:24
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Behold the mighty new Greyp G6 e-MTB, with a phone docking port and built-in camera

The unique Croatian electric supercar manufacturer Greyp are teasing a new e-MTB with more than a few bells and whistles. It's launching on the 15th March...

Sun, Feb 10, 2019 16:04
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Cycle parking solution firm Turvec call for more e-bike charging points

Turvec say that currently the development of e-charging stations focusses too heavily on cars, when e-bike charging in urban areas should also be considered as usage rises

Thu, Feb 07, 2019 17:21
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Dorset community nurses now riding to appointments on e-bikes, inspired by a group trip to Holland

Dorset community nurses can now apply for e-bikes to use for getting to appointments, with feedback showing both nurses and patients have responded positively

Thu, Feb 07, 2019 13:03
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Peugeot launch PowerTube version of the eR02, with Bosch battery directly integrated into the frame and fork

The mostly automotive manufacturer have cleaned up their top-end e-road model, with the latest generation Bosch

Tue, Feb 05, 2019 17:32
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Geraint Thomas says “electric bikes are a great way to get into cycling”

The defending Tour de France champion talked up the e-bike as a great choice for beginners in his column for GQ magazine this week

Mon, Feb 04, 2019 12:56
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Scott launch the SK-eRIDE, a ski-touring e-Bike

An e-bike for skiing? This is a bike designed for exactly that, taking you to the slopes with some fat tyres and e-assistance perfect for tackling the snow...

Fri, Feb 01, 2019 13:26
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Swytch, makers of handy e-bike conversion kit, raise almost £1 million worth of investment in a year

The startup, whose e-bike conversion kit fits to your handlebars, raised over 500% of their initial crowdfunding target back in 2017 and appear to be going from strength to strength

Tue, Jan 29, 2019 16:19
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Uber-owned Jump bike sharing firm reportedly developing autonomous e-bikes that can drive themselves to charging points

Jump, owned by the ride-hailing service Uber, is said to be investing in a new breed of e-bikes and scooters that will be able to drive themselves to charging points or better locations

Sat, Jan 26, 2019 10:30
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Ducati’s new MIG-RR e-MTB

New e-MTB designed in partnership with Thok E-Bikes is now available to pre-order for a spring delivery on Ducati's website

Fri, Jan 25, 2019 08:00
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Jivr, the chainless electric folding e-bike, is closing in on 850,000 euro crowdfunding target

This smart-looking folding e-bike has raised over €630,000 with a pitch on the Seedrs investment platform, and has a completely concealed belt drive in the frame

Thu, Jan 24, 2019 16:18
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European Union vote AGAINST making third party insurance compulsory for e-bikes

The new proposed laws, which would have had a severe impact on the e-bike market and public health according to the European Cyclists' Federation, were voted down in parliament today

Tue, Jan 22, 2019 17:11
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E-bike motor producer Go SwissDrive enters liquidation

The eight-year-old company, that supplies motors for over 5,500 Publibike hire bikes in Switzerland, has been liquidated by its owner

Sat, Jan 19, 2019 09:30
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EU impose tariffs on Chinese e-bike imports

After it emerged that Chinese manufacturers were 'dumping' e-bikes in Europe at below cost price to receive subsidies, the EU has now imposed tariffs to curb the practice

Fri, Jan 18, 2019 15:45
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EU to vote on mandatory e-bike insurance

The European Commission will vote on whether e-bike riders should have car-style compulsory third-party insurance on the 22nd January

Fri, Jan 18, 2019 14:36
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Riese & Muller Homage and Delite e-bikes will now come with a brake light and main beam

The German brand claim to be setting "new E-Bike safety standards" with a brake light and main beam fitted as standard, and also daytime running lights across all models

Fri, Jan 18, 2019 13:41
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15-year-old Robert Adams wins inaugural E-Bike Desert Challenge in Morocco

The brutal event sees competitors ride for four days across the desert, and was won by a 15-year-old Brit

Wed, Jan 16, 2019 16:44
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Video: Pinarello explodes as aftermarket battery fitted to it bursts into flames (and some tips for avoiding this yourself!)

A rider has escaped serious injury in Australia after the battery retrofitted to his Pinarello exploded. It's not the first time this has happened, so heed our advice...

Mon, Jan 14, 2019 17:12
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Greenwich Council lending e-bikes for just £10 a month

The offer is open to anyone who lives, works or studies in the Royal Borough of Greenwich aged over 18, allowing them the chance to use an e-bike for £10 a month

Sun, Jan 13, 2019 09:00
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Just in gallery: Wilier Cento1 Hybrid

We've just received one of these stunning e-road bikes in for testing, check it out in all its glorious details by browsing through our gallery...

Sat, Jan 12, 2019 10:00
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CES Show 2019 highlights – futuristic e-bikes, accessories and more

An e-bike you can talk to, another fuelled off hydrogen, and a cyclist's airbag? We round up some of the coolest, weirdest and wackiest bike-related things on show at CES 2019...

Fri, Jan 11, 2019 15:37
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Orbea’s new Wild FS is a longer, lower and more aggressive trail slayer

Updated geometry and new colours will make you "rediscover the mountains" say Orbea

Fri, Jan 11, 2019 13:12
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