Ebike Industry Updates

Officials in Spearfish, S.D., are examining how e-bikes use is beginning to grow in their city. Spearfish is just one of many cities across the U.S. that hasn’t passed any local ordinances defining where and which e-bikes can be ridden. While the three-class-system defining e-bikes may seem the law of the land, many cities around […]

Winter riding isn’t as much fun as riding during spring and summer months when the weather is nice, but for the dedicated commuter, riding when the weather is cold can be rewarding for a number of reasons. First, it cuts down on that gas bill, and saving money is always handy. Second, for those of […]

Most e-bike conversion kits have, until now, been unwieldy devices that aren’t easy to install and result in a cluttered array of leads running from the motor to the handlebar. We’ve looked at conversion kits and examined their many pros and cons. One new innovation aims to improve upon that. Skarper is a new motor […]

This powerful, well-crafted e-bike makes gravel riding accessible and fun! With a name that means “water flowing over white rocks,” it would only be right that the Wabash RT would be Yamaha’s fluid, responsive gravel e-bike. We were impressed after reviewing the brand’s CrossCore RC city/commuter e-bike, so we had high expectations from this offering. […]

Canadian manufacturer LMX has introduced a novel eMTB meant to address the stress that powerful mid-drive motors place on the drivetrain. The LMX 64 employs a mid-drive motor that turns a gear on the rear wheel’s non-drive side. They bill it as, “eMTB meets moto.” LMX was recently in the news because the French military […]

This week we saw two bikes sold at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s recalled due to a risk of fire as a result of incorrect assembly. Canyon Bikes introduced the 2024 Spectral:ON CF 7, an impressive eMTB. Officials in Spearfish, S.D., take on the issue of how or whether to legislate e-bike use in their […]

Pacific Cycle is recalling two models of e-bike due to improper assembly that can result in a fire. There have been three reports of fires, and one injury involving second-degree burns. The recall covers the Ascend Cabrillo and Minaret models, which affects about 1700 e-bikes. Owners of these e-bikes should stop using them immediately and […]

A Flashy, Stylish, and Roomy Helmet with Impressive Safety Certifications When you’re riding an e-bike capable of speeds well above 20 miles per hour, a regular bike helmet just doesn’t cut the mustard. Maximum protection is paramount, which is why the Bern Hudson is specifically rated for e-bikes and includes multiple safety features and certifications […]

A Straightforward, No-Nonsense Helmet with Style and Sun Protection There’s often an elegance in simplicity, which multi-sport helmet manufacturer Bern seems to have applied to its Major bike helmet. The Major keeps things simple without many of the bells and whistles that we often see on helmets from newer brands trying to reinvent the wheel. […]

Cannondale has joined the cargo e-bike revolution. Remember when we said 2023 was going to be the year of the cargo e-bike? Pardon us while we open our fortune teller biz. What has been notable in the many cargo e-bike introductions is just how many of these e-bikes have featured hub motors. In our review […]

A Bike That Lives Up To Its Name: This Popular Sport-Utility E-Bike is a Speedy & Fun Ride You’ve probably seen some Juiced e-bikes riding around you. Often times you have to squint to see them; Juiced bikes are known for moving so quickly that the branding may appear to blur a little. And that […]

In an effort to remove as many low-quality e-bike batteries from use as possible, New York has approved a battery trade-in program. Users will pay little or nothing for a new battery and charger when they turn in their existing battery and charger. Rad Power Bikes is the subject of a class-action lawsuit by a […]

Serious trekking potential! Thanks to new and meaningful improvements, the Prodigy V2 LX may be Ride1UP’s best Prodigy yet. Ride1UP has made a number of terrific e-bikes that each stake out different territory relative to a rider’s needs. They have impressed us with the value proposition they offer buyers. Their e-bikes typically feature some more […]

An Energy Efficient Mid-Drive Commuter e-Bike for Loooooooooong Rides and Smooth Pedal Power Commuter riders craving more consistent motor output and a more natural pedaling experience will like riding the iGO Discovery Rosemont LS, with its mid-drive motor delivering the right power when you need it. The review team at Electric Bike Report also liked […]

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REI’s Co-op brand of bikes introduces its first eMTB, the DRT e3.1; Specialized introduces a new, lightweight version of their Creo gravel bike, the Creo SL; Aventon receives UL certification for most of its e-bikes; auto brand MINI is now taking pre-orders on a MINI-branded e-bike to be produced by Angell Mobility; Trek recalls its […]

An incredibly comfortable Dutch-style commuter bike with a natural ride feel and great range! Dutch-style e-bikes are known for providing a fun, comfortable, and leisurely ride – but not all have the flexibility to ride on paved and unpaved surfaces, or the ability to adapt to their rider’s effort! Enter the Euphree City Robin X+, […]

How much more high-tech can e-bike tech get? That’s the main question this week’s news seems to pose; SRAM have unveiled a new system that is more about the gearing than the motor, though it needs a motor that is software tuned to the gear train to put into effect what sounds to be an […]

A comfortable commuter e-bike with great range and a host of high-quality components. Like the other models in its Discover Series, the iGo Yorkville LE is a serious commuter e-bike! The LE is Bluetooth-enabled and comes equipped with a 500W rear hub motor and an impressive 48V, 720 Wh battery. The reviewers at Electric Bike […]

E-bike safety has been an increasingly high-profile topic of late, so it’s great to see an increasing number of companies getting their e-bikes UL certified. This reassures purchasers and pushes up the general quality of e-bikes on the market, as well as meaning there should be less faults – dangerous or otherwise – with e-bikes. […]