The Five Most Asked Questions About Electric Bike Range and Battery Life How far can you ride on a charge? What are the best long-range electric bikes? How can I increase the distance I can ride on a charge? How can I maximise the lifespan of my ebike battery? When should I charge my ebike battery? 1. How Far Can You Ride on a Charge? By far the most common question we get is “How far can you ride on a charge?” In other words, if my battery is fully charged, what distance can I expect to be able to ride before it is empty and needs recharging? Of course, there is no single answer to this que ..read more

MeloYelo prides itself on understanding – and then meeting – the needs of kiwi ebike riders better than other ebike companies, most of whom are large international conglomerates. How do We Find out What Kiwi E-Bike Riders Want? Market research. Last year 1100 kiwis – most in their senior years – responded to our survey asking them what they were looking for in an ebike; Feedback from our sales & service Associates, most of whom are retired or semi-retired engineers and mechanics; Feedback from our customers. What Do We do With This Feedback? Our team of kiwi engineers uses this market in ..read more

Electric bikes have gained immense popularity in recent years, revolutionising how we commute and explore the outdoors. Two well-known and respected motor brands in the electric bike market are Bafang and Dapu. Both companies offer a range of high-performance electric bike motors with unique features and characteristics. In this blog, we will compare Bafang vs Dapu E-Bike Motors, exploring the differences to help you make an informed choice. Motor Power and Efficiency One of the key factors to consider when choosing an electric bike motor is its power and efficiency. Bafang and Dapu motors com ..read more

If your top priority is a comfortable ride, then it’s important to consider all of the ways in which a bike can deliver comfort for you. Options for increasing rider comfort include: Choice of saddle Choice of suspension Suspension seat post Hand grips A throttle that powers the bike independently from your legs Custom fitting of the bike to you and your preferred riding position Most comfortable saddle There are a wide range of saddle shapes, sizes, materials and of course prices. Knowing that the typical customer for MeloYelo ebikes is over 60 years old, we have chosen a comfy memory foam ..read more

There is no short answer to this question. However, in this article we will take a look at some of the things we believe women should consider when shopping for an electric bike. Does it have enough power? Without getting too technical, the common measure of motor power is watts, and there is a legal limit in New Zealand of 300 watts. Most ebikes sold in NZ have either 250-watt motors or 300-watt motors. This wattage is the power the motor can deliver on a continuous basis. Think of it as the “comfortable jogging speed” of the motor. However, there is also a measure called “peak power.” Think ..read more

At MeloYelo, we believe in the transformative power of eBiking. That’s why we reached out to some of our amazing Facebook community members from different regions of New Zealand to hear their inspiring stories of how eBiking has positively impacted their lives. In this article, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Pam, Janine, and Neil. Get ready for tales of adventure, resilience, and the joys of eBiking. Pam – Richmond, Nelson: Unleashing the Power of Exploration Meet Pam from beautiful Richmond Nelson. Two years ago, Pam and her husband made the switch from regular bikes to eBikes, and they h ..read more

Electric bikes make it easier to go faster, up to a point. However, the bottom line for most riders is not whether or not they can ride at 50 or 60km/hour but whether they can enjoy a more effortless riding experience than they would on a regular push bike. Or whether they can ride far enough, comfortably enough, to enjoy some of the great cycle trails we are blessed with in New Zealand. How Fast Can an Electric Bike Go Using Its Motor Power Only? This is a moot question for electric bikes that are not equipped with a thumb throttle or twist throttle. The motors on such e-bikes are designed to ..read more

Terms like kilowatts, horsepower, torque, and watts can sound technical and confusing. In this article, we will demystify these concepts and explain how they affect e-bike performance in a way that is easy to understand, even for non-technical readers. Torque: The Power to Move Torque is the rotational force that drives an engine or motor. In the e-bike world, torque is measured in Newton metres. Think of torque as the power that pushes your bike forward. More torque means easier acceleration and a better ability to conquer hills. Most e-bikes have around 50 or 60 Newton meters of torque, whil ..read more

Electric bikes are engineered from the outset with motor power to supplement, not replace, leg power. Having said that, and depending on the make and model of the electric bike, there are situations in which the motor can do all the work for brief periods. Which Electric Bikes allow you to Use the Motor only, Without Pedalling? Some electric bikes, like many models available from MeloYelo, come with a throttle, either a lever on the handlebars or a twist throttle. In some cases, you can activate these throttles to get moving from a standstill – for instance, if you want to move quickly af ..read more

Seniors who are considering the purchase of an ebike may need to take into account the following: The fact that it may have been 10, 20, or 30 years since they rode a bike Their leg strength may not be what it once was Knee or hip issues that restrict mobility Personnel in bike shops who are focused on younger riders, and not attentive to the questions and needs of older riders Learning to ride an e-bike: How MeloYelo can help We have built our own network of agents throughout NZ, many of whom are seniors themselves. Here’s what you can expect from these agents: They will be empathetic, bec ..read more