There’s a saying in aviation that if something looks right, then it will fly right. The same can be said of bike design, and the Hammerhead Shark looks right – though sadly it doesn’t have a broad array of electromagnetic sensors for finding hidden fish in an unusually wide handlebar section. What it does have … Read more
Estonian light electric vehicle digital security company Comodule and German e-bike lock brand 2Lock have joined together to create an integrated physical and digital e-bike security solution.In essence, it’s a contactless wheel hub locking system, which integrates two mechanisms into one hub. Firstly, one prevents wheel rotation and the other prevents unauthorised wheel removal. It … Read more
Last September we reported that Nick Sanders MBE was to attempt an around the world ride on his Yamaha Wabash electric bike. We recently reviewed the bike in question and found that the battery life was pretty good – perhaps not 20,000 miles good, but we digress.Nick Sanders round the world 4 (Image Credit: Yamaha) … Read more
Once the NEC’s National Cycling Show was located – amidst its byzantine complex of halls housing everything from the BBC Gardening Show to a Japanese Anime festival (complete with costume-bedecked followers) – it proved that, despite the currently overstocked e-bike market, there are plenty of interesting new developments out there.One big theme was how the premium … Read more
With the cost of living still high and bikes and components costing more than ever before, a lot of people are placing great emphasis on value and longevity when buying an e-bike. This means that for many, the under £2,000 price bracket represents a bit of a sweet spot with a significant step up in … Read more
A new report commissioned by micromobility company Lime analysing shared e-bike parking in London has called for increased parking provision, saying a higher density of parking bays should be available in areas such as commercial centres, transport hubs, and high streets.The report, by transport consultancy Steer and titled ‘Changing Spaces: How to solve London’s shared … Read more
The Yamaha Wabash is one of the newer models in the motorcycle brand’s expanding electric bike range. So far, we’ve tested urban and hybrid models in the form of the Yamaha Booster Easy and Crosscore RC, but the Wabash is more of a gravel and all-road option.Designed for those who want an all-rounder, without too … Read more
Voi is calling on the next government to introduce a new, light zero-emission vehicle category for e-scooters in the UK, saying this should eliminate the need for all riders to have driving licences.The micromobility operator wants this to be made a priority after the general election on 4 July, and says voters should ask parliamentary candidates about … Read more
Spanish electric bike drive system manufacturer Mahle has launched its latest hub-drive motor: the X30. It comes two years after the launch of the X20, and sits in the middle of that and the popular X35 system. The X30 System is for “riders seeking enjoyment and functionality”, so let’s see what that translates to in … Read more
