What is an electric-assist bicycle?
An electric-assist bicycle, also known as an e-bike, is a bicycle equipped with a small electric motor and battery that provides assistance to the rider when pedaling. The motor is typically activated by pedaling or by a hand throttle and can help the rider achieve higher speeds or climb hills more easily.
Electric-assist Bicycle Schematic Image
The amount of assistance provided by the motor can usually be adjusted by the rider through a control on the handlebars, and many e-bikes also come with features like regenerative braking and LCD displays that show the remaining battery life and other performance metrics. E-bikes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to commute, exercise, and explore, as they allow riders to go farther and faster with less effort than a traditional bicycle. thus reducing the pedaling pressure on the rider and making the ride easier and less strenuous. The electric bikes are differentiated by the application or the strength of the assist, with a variety of assist levels to meet the multiple needs of different users.