Electric bicycle
bicycle with an integrated electric motor
An electric bicycle or e-bike is a type of a motorized bicycle with an integrated electric motor used to assist propulsion. E-bikes, alongside bicycles and e-scooters, are types of micromobility vehicles. E-bikes are a quick and reliable method of transportation, a fun type of recreation, and also an adaptive technology for weaker, older, disabled, or inexperienced riders. An e-bike's electric motor helps riders cover greater distances and steeper hills without the need for high physical effort. E-bikes are sold in a large number of different form factors for different use cases and sporting purposes. E-bikes are generally not suitable for long-distance cycling as the battery usually lasts 40 km (25 mi) to 120 km (75 mi) per charge, depending on the power level used.
E-bikes generally fall into two broad categories: bikes that require the rider's pedal-power (i.e. pedelecs) and bikes that control the motor with a throttle such as a twistgrip, integrating moped-style functionality. Both retain the ability to be pedaled by the rider unlike electric motorcycles and e-scooters. E-bikes use rechargeable batteries and are typically motor-powered up to 25 to 32 km/h (16 to 20 mph), some to 45 km/h (28 mph).
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