Everything you need to know and will love about ebikes

This has certainly been an eventful year, and although we are closer to the end than we were at the beginning, the upcoming summer will likely be spent close to home once again.  If you are looking for an activity to do with your family or a way to stay active this summer, why not have a look at ebikes? The new trend of electric bicycles has been gaining in popularity for a few years now, and Auto One is your number one destination and Thunder Bay to learn more about ebikes and to find the right model for you.

 First things first, what exactly is an ebike?

Well, the simplest answer we could give you is that an ebike is like a traditional bicycle, but with electric components that assist in pedaling. When you look at an ebike, you will notice that it looks just like a traditional bike, but you will also notice that it has extra components near the rear wheel. Those components include an electric motor, a battery, and a controller. These elements are the core fundamentals of an ebike, and although their specifications will vary from model to model, you will always find them on an ebike.

How does an ebike work?

An ebike works just like a regular bicycle, but there are obviously some significant differences. Ebikes can be powered using your legs through the pedals like a normal bicycle, but the electric motor that is added to every ebike comes in to supplement the power that the user provides. In other words, the electric motor on an ebike is there to assist the user in order to have a more enjoyable experience on the bike.

If you like taking bicycle rides, but you hate having to go uphill or having to face head-on wind, an ebike has the perfect solution for you. The electric motor will assist you and make the journey easier, allowing you to go further with your ebike and allowing you to spend more time outside with your family.

If you use your bicycle to get to work, an ebike will make the journey a lot easier as well. You can get to work fully rested and quicker with an ebike. 

How to choose the right ebike for you?

Once you have decided that you want to give ebikes a try, the next step is to determine which type of ebike you want to purchase. Our experts here at Auto One in Thunder Bay will be more than happy to assist you in that process, explaining the major differences between each model we have in stock. Essentially, you have to determine how much power you want from the electric motor and how much capacity you want from the battery. There are a lot of different electric motors available, and they range in performance. The more power you have, the quicker your ebike will be. However, the more power you have, the faster the battery will drain.

That means that choosing the right ebike means finding the right balance of range and power for your intended use.

Visit us today and let us show you our range of ebikes and help you determine which model is right for you.