Electric bikes weigh a bit more than unassisted ones for the simple reason that they have all that extra stuff on them. Motors and batteries tend to add a kilo or two. As such, you don’t come across many that weigh less than 10kg. German e-bike brand Ponomarets reckons their new Eidolon comes in just … Read more
Transport for London (TfL) has announced that non-folded e-bikes will be banned on its network from March 31 – a move that has come in the wake of growing union pressure to ban all e-bikes following a fire last month. So what’s given rise to this ostensibly bizarre distinction?TfL imposed an e-scooter ban across its … Read more
The third generation of the Tern GSD is out today – and Dave’s reviewed it. These sorts of updates aren’t always big news, but the GSD has long been one of our very favourite e-bikes and Tern reckons it’s revisited every aspect with a view to making improvements.What’s new?“Everything,” according to Tern Team Captain, Joshua … Read more
The Tern GSD can be considered the OG of longtail e-cargo bikes, starting a trend almost a decade ago that many have followed. There’s been an explosion of choice in the sector, with bikes in many builds and at different price points. The GSD is still very much at the top of the pile price-wise, … Read more
At first glance Pedibal look like any number of budget priced e-bike brands. They have a folder, a cargo bike and a retro style model in the mould of Super73, aimed at younger, fashion-conscious riders. But one thing makes the brand stand out – all of these bikes can be ordered with a throttle that can be used … Read more
The Kosmos e-bike’s Kickstarter page says itself that the high costs, complexity, and massive bulk of hubless wheels, “make it hard to offer these bikes at an affordable price.” It then goes on to reveal that, “The KOSMOS Hubless series solves all of these issues and more by being both lightweight AND affordable.” Well that’s … Read more
You wait and wait for a geared hub motor Tenways e-bike – next thing you know, there’s two of the blighters. It seems like only last week we were reporting on the arrival of the 8-speed Tenways CGO800 Plus and now it’s being joined by the CGO600 Plus.At the risk of repeating ourselves, Tenways has … Read more
Aslef, the train drivers’ union, has threatened strike action unless Transport for London (TfL) bans e-bikes from the London Underground after one caught fire at a station last month. Two other unions – the RMT and the TSSA – are also calling for a ban.TfL imposed an e-scooter ban across its entire public transport network … Read more
The beauty of electric single-speed bikes is their simplicity. The single gear means the handlebars are less cluttered without gear shifters, and there’s less to think about when you are riding. We’re not suggesting you should daydream and let your mind wander completely when riding a single-speed, but for those who want to embrace simplicity … Read more
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Up until recently, bike manufacturers and importers selling Bafang powered e-bikes were reliant on the brand’s support from Europe when it came to repairs. However, trade publication Bikebiz reports that the brand has now entered a service agreement with Hampshire-based eMCB.It is fair to say Bafang have upped their profile in the UK recently. We liked … Read more
