Electric Bikes (OLD manual - do not use)
Electric bikes, explained.
Electric bikes (e-bikes) pair a normal bicycle with a battery-powered motor that assists as you pedal — UK road-legal models assist up to 15.5mph, so you still ride, just with a powerful tailwind. Hills flatten, headwinds disappear, and longer commutes become realistic without arriving sweaty.
Most of our e-bikes use rear-hub or mid-drive motors with removable batteries that charge from a normal plug in 4–6 hours, giving 30–60 miles of assisted range depending on the level of assist you choose.
They cost pennies per charge to run, need no licence, tax or insurance, and qualify for Cycle to Work savings of up to 47%.
What they are
Pedal-assist bikes with a motor up to 15.5mph — no licence or insurance needed, just get on and ride.
Best used for
Commuting without the sweat, hilly rides, returning to cycling after a break, or simply keeping up with faster friends.
Good to know
Check battery range against your longest regular ride, and remember e-bikes are heavier — handy if you need to carry one upstairs.
Not sure which one's right?
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