Electric Bike — Electric Bike

BY TEAM EVELO / LEAVE A COMMENT Cadence or torque sensors tell an electric bike’s pedal-assist system (PAS) when to engage the motor and propel the e-bike forward. Although just about any combination of a cadence sensor, a torque sensor, or both will work, each sensor type can have an impact on an electric bike’s performance and ride. So what is the difference between a cadence sensor and a torque sensor on an electric bike? A common response in the bicycle manufacturing industry is that a cadence sensor determines if you are pedaling while a torque sensor measures how hard you are pedaling. Pedal Assist...

BY ARMANDO ROGGIO / LEAVE A COMMENT Improbable in its form and unlikely in its function, an electric folding bike can be a convenient recreational ride. It can help you master intermodal transportation, and a folding bike may encourage personal well being. There is a sense in which an electric folding bicycle is a transportation platypus. The platypus is something of an unlikely animal. In a similar way, folding bikes can be an oddity. But both the platypus and the folding e-bike are surprisingly functional. Photo by by Prioryman.   “The first scientists to examine a [platypus] specimen believed they were the victims of a...

By Martin Brown on October 16, 2013 With so many different styles, models & price ranges, buying an electric bike (eBike) can be a daunting process. To help you in your search, I have put together a rough guide to help you make a decision as to which eBike will be best for you. This is the electric bike buyers guide..   Rather than overloading you with too much detail, the following words are ‘Jargon Free’ and should make sense to even the most novice of rider, it’s a simple guide to cover the important factors. There’s a lot to...

By Martin Brown on October 21, 2013 Many people ask what service and maintenance is required to run an Electric bike (eBike). Here is some basic information and general tips to keep your eBike running like a dream!   Just like any regular cycle, your eBike is going to need routine maintenance; however don’t be put off by the electrical part of this as generally it will require little maintenance. Many non-eBikers believe electric bikes are riddled with maintenance issues, but this is simply not true. If you, the user, take the basic steps to keep your bike running it will...

By Martin Brown on October 23, 2013 OK so how much does it cost to own, run & maintain an electric bike? Here is a short guide I have written to help you determine the running costs of owning an electric bike over an extended period of time.   Well this depends on a few different factors: Initial Cost Typically an electric bike (eBike) costs more to purchase than a normal bike; you obviously have to add the cost of the motor, battery, design and electrical equipment onto the top of any normal bike specification. The initial outlay depends on...