Debunking 3 Most Common Myths Surrounding Ebikes
From raging bushfires in Australia to rapidly melting glaciers, the ill effects of global warming is for everybody to see. Vehicle pollution is one of the major contributors to global warming. Researchers and environment protection agencies all over the world are constantly appealing to motorists to switch to greener ways of commuting. And though many nature lovers have heeded to their advice and are ditching their vehicles in favour of electric bikes, most motorists are still not ready for the transition. Electric mountain bikes still have fewer takers in developed countries such as the UK where the technology was introduced years ago. One of the reasons behind people’s reluctance to use ebikes are the myths surrounding them. To create awareness about eikes, in this post, we shatter some such misconceptions. Take a look.
1. Cyclists riding ebikes don’t get any exercise Electric bikes have a motor that provides a pedal assist which in turn leads people into believing that cyclists riding them do not get any exercise. Critics, however, forget that despite the pedal assist, the cyclist will still have to put in efforts to propel the bike. Ebikes are range extenders.
Cyclists riding them often claim that with a pedal assist by their side they are able to ride longer. Moreover, cyclists have the option to switch off the electric assist.
2. Ebikes need extensive maintenance Maintaining an ebike is no different than maintaining a regular bicycle. The electric components in an ebike do not require regular maintenance, whereas a good quality motor can last for several thousand miles.
3. Ebikes are way too fast and pose a threat to commuter safety Many people believe that just because ebikes have a motor they can zoom around at alarmingly high speeds. This is not true. Many governments have restricted the top speed that an electric bike can attain. The motor of electric bikes by reputable manufacturers cuts off the power once the bike achieves the top assisted speed.
Ready to own one? Riding an ebike is fun. Plus ebikes are environment friendly, which is why you must seriously consider getting one. Critics often claim that ebikes are ridiculously expensive, however, the total cost of ownership is far less as compared to that of a car.