The government unveiled the full extent of their ambitious plans to herald “a new golden age for cycling” today; and there’s potentially some great news for e-bikers in the 50-page Gear Change document, with the promise of a “national e-bike support programme” to incentivise more people to switch to electric bikes. Boris Johnson reveals how he will bring … Read more
On first impressions, you can add the new e-Scrambler from Ducati to the small (but growing) list of pedal-assist bikes from automotive brands that look like much more than just a gimmick. Impressively specced and intended for city riding and trekking, the e-Scrambler is born from a collaboration with Thok e-bikes, inspired by Ducati’s existing Scrambler motorbike range. Triumph launch the … Read more
Velotton, the Polish company behind the Vekkit e-bike conversion kit, have accused British conversion kit makers Swytch of doctoring one of their images in an email sent out to Swytch newsletter subscribers. In a statement, Swytch have now admitted to the error which they claim was down to a bizarre mix-up in their marketing department, … Read more
Kalkhoff’s Entice 5B Move is a well-specced workhorse bike with a great motor system. It’s clear that plenty of thought has gone into its design and implementation, and it’s at home carrying shopping or heading out into the wilds.Buy the Kalkhoff Entice hereMore than a decade ago Kalkhoff helped to start the modern e-bike revolution … Read more
While kids e-bikes have started to become more popular, the brand new Grommy from trail bike experts Mondraker might be one of the first fully-fledged electric balance bikes we’ve seen. Crafted from “pure mtb DNA”, it’s not for faint-hearted little ones either with a 250 watt motor system and a “bike bike feel”, to prepare them for slaying the trails … Read more
As e-bike adoption continues to grow, a recent study by Shimano has highlighted that it shows no sign of abating in Europe with 24% saying they already own an e-bike, or are “likely to buy or use” one this year; however it’s not looking so good for the UK, with just 7% saying they would like … Read more
The popularity of e-bikes is continuing to grow in Europe, with the Light Electric Vehicle Association (LEVA-EU) saying they expect 2019 sales figures to surpass 3 million – up from 2.8 million in 2018 – when all member states have published their stats. The Bicycle Association urges the government to subsidise e-bikesAlthough current 2019 sales figures only stand … Read more
With the extra motor power to control, common wisdom might suggest that e-bike riders are more likely to be making a claim on their insurance policy should they decide to take one out; but specialist cycling insurers Bikmo have revealed they are cutting their e-bike premiums, because a recent survey found that e-bikers are actually 38% less likely to claim than … Read more
