Electric bikes are one of the most economical ways to travel. They’re also a fun mode of transportation that allows riders of all ages to travel long distances without burning gasoline, making noise or taking up much space on the roadway. But riders need to know how to stay safe while using eBikes and how to make sure others are safe in the presence of eBikes. If you’re new to these electric forms of transport, it’s essential to learn how they differ from regular bikes and what they have in common with them. eBikes Are Not Regular Bikes An eBike has several things in common with regular ..read more

Just as with bicycles, it’s necessary to wear a helmet while riding an e-bike. Some people don’t wear helmets because they find them inconvenient or unattractive, but they can save your life and prevent disabilities. Make sure that you wear a helmet that’s the right size for your head, and replace it once it has expired. You will also need an e-bike helmet, not a bicycle helmet, for proper protection. Fits Just Right A helmet that isn’t the right fit for you won’t do its job well in protecting your head during a fall. Even the type of helmet you buy for e-bike riding matters because helm ..read more

Having an e-bike is very unique and is an easier way to ride around town. You can use it for regular commuting instead of using a vehicle. An e-bike is typically much more affordable than a vehicle. Also, you can use it for fun while also exercising simultaneously. Furthermore, you have the option to use assistance with pedaling, if needed. With this investment, you need to protect it. There are horrific stories about storage areas undergoing massive fires started by the e-bike’s batteries. There are things to beware of also when storing your e-bike for the winter. Because of these and other ..read more

Delfast and the Kyiv Velodrome Established The World Record For The Greatest Distance Travelled By An Electric Bicycle On A Single Charge. Kyiv, October 12th, 2017 International courier service Delfast, jointly with the Kiev Velodrome established a world record for the Greatest Distance travelled by an electric bicycle on a single charge and drove 368 km without the use of pedals. The record setting was witnessed by representatives of the Book of Records of Ukraine,independent experts, mass media and spectators. Vitalii Arhipkin from Kiev drove Delfast, a Ukrainian electric bicycle ..read more

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STOLBERG USA, LLC Receives 2018 Best of Boca Raton Award Boca Raton Award Program Honors the Achievement BOCA RATON May 7, 2018 — STOLBERG USA, LLC d/b/a EBIKES FLORIDA  has been selected three years in a row for the 2018 Best of Boca Raton Awards for Bicycles and now qualifies for the Boca Raton Business Hall of Fame. Each year, the Boca Raton Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small busines ..read more

ELECTRIC BICYCLES Electric bicycle (e-bike) laws are different in every state, and can be confusing for consumers, retailers, and suppliers. The Bicycle Product Suppliers Association and PeopleForBikes have a partnership to make riding an e-bike easy and accessible for all. With clear rules on how and where to ride an e-bike, everyone stands to benefit. Local bicycle shops and manufacturers will see increased business and their customers will no longer be confused; people who already ride e-bikes can more easily understand where to ride; and new bicyclists who may be discouraged from riding ..read more

Lithium-ion is named for its active materials; the words are either written in full or shortened by their chemical symbols. A series of letters and numbers strung together can be hard to remember and even harder to pronounce, and battery chemistries are also identified in abbreviated letters. For example, lithium cobalt oxide, one of the most common Li-ions, has the chemical symbols LiCoO2 and the abbreviation LCO. For reasons of simplicity, the short form Li-cobalt can also be used for this battery. Cobalt is the main active material that gives this battery character. Other Li-ion chemistries ..read more

MAY 8, 2013 BY PETE Electric Bike Report A throttle or pedal assist electric bike: which one will you choose?There are many different types of electric bikes with different ways of activating the electric assist. In this article you will learn about the different throttle types (twist grip, thumb, push button), pedal assist types (torque sensor and cadence sensor) and which mode may be best for you. Throttle Mode The throttle mode is similar to how a motorcycle or scooter operates.  When the throttle is engaged the motor provides power and propels you and the bike forward. A throttle allows ..read more

“A Next Generation Bicycle Helmet” by Lumos Helmets is ready to make your cycling more safe and comfortable. What? A bicycle helmet with integrated turn signals. You don`t need to use your arms to show that you are going to cross the intersection. Turn lights could be seen clearly in the darkness that is so important in wintertime. Why? Because of LEDs. Imagine that you have more than 50 lights on the front and back of the helmet! (The Lumos Helmet features 28 super bright white LEDs in the front and 22 super bright red LEDs in the rear). Now you are visible not only for the nearest driver i ..read more

Good Morning All, I felt compelled to write this email because virtually no one knows who BESV is, who is behind the brand, and why it makes sense to choose us vs and other brand. BESV falls under Darfon, and Darfon falls under the BenQ Group, comprised of 16+ companies that drive the Number 1 tech company in Taiwan.  The companies mantra is: “Bringing Enjoyment ‘N’ Quality to Life”. BenQ has over 50,000 employees in all their divisions and does over $20B in revenue annually. The founder of BESV is the CEO of Darfon, and an avid rider.  BESV came about when Andy Su (CEO of Darfon) held his ann ..read more