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Aventon's newly launched Soltera ADV looks almost perfect – I'd only change one thing
10+ hour, 57+ min ago (315+ words) Power comes from a 250W rear hub motor (500W peak), and the bike is Class 1 only, topping out at 20 mph with pedal assist and no throttle. That lack of throttle may turn off many riders in the US, but helps keep it…...
Why Ananda’s new M7000 e-bike motor matters more than its power numbers
11+ hour, 12+ min ago (513+ words) Ananda is taking a notably different approach to e-bike motors with the launch of its new M7000 Series, unveiled this... Why Ananda's new M7000 e-bike motor matters more than its power numbers Ananda is taking a notably different approach to e-bike motors…...
Can you even tell that this slick two-wheeler is an electric bike?
1+ day, 19+ hour ago (571+ words) Can you even tell that this slick two-wheeler is an electric bike?Electrek Can you even tell that this slick two-wheeler is an electric bike? When Ridley Bikes first introduced its Noah model two decades ago, it was a statement…...
This lightweight device can turn almost any bike electric in seconds
2+ day, 5+ hour ago (378+ words) The Pikaboost electric bike conversion kit is back, this time with an even lighter version. The new Pikeboost 2 Lite was shown off last week as a more minimalist version of the popular friction drive conversion kit. As a friction drive…...
MOD City 3 folding e-bikes at $1,799 lows, EcoFlow flash sale drops expanded DELTA 3 Max Plus bundle to $1,699, Bluetti, more
1+ week, 6+ hour ago (193+ words) MOD has developed quite the reputation as a producer of higher-quality commuting solutions, and these e-bikes come complete with plenty of solid features, like the torque sensor, hydraulic brakes, multi-terrain Kenda K-Shield tires, a 7-speed Shimano ALTUS derailleur, a multi-purpose…...
Bosch releases new update to make stolen e-bikes (almost) unusable
1+ week, 1+ day ago (300+ words) Dealers aren't left out of the loop either. If a stolen bike shows up for service, Bosch's DiagnosticTool will flag it immediately. That makes it much harder for stolen bikes to quietly re-enter the market through secondhand sales or unsuspecting…...
Verge unveils 370-mile electric motorcycle with solid state battery; sounds too good to be true?
1+ week, 2+ day ago (621+ words) Verge Motorcycles, the Finnish electric motorcycle manufacturer known for its futuristic hubless rear wheel design, is claiming another massive first for the industry. The company announced today that it is launching the "world's first" production motorcycle equipped with solid-state batteries,…...
How one Chinese e-bike motor maker is building quieter electric bikes
1+ week, 2+ day ago (710+ words) If you've spent enough time riding electric bikes, you quickly realize that power is only part of the draw. Another big part is sound " or more accurately, the lack of it. A smooth, quiet motor can make an e-bike feel…...
Aventon New Year Sale takes up to $500 off legacy + new e-bikes for lows from $999, Autel 50A smart EV chargers, Heybike sale, more
1+ week, 5+ day ago (167+ words) Among those previously mentioned smart features, you'll get to enjoy GPS tracking, an integrated rear wheel lock, in-app ride tune customization, a cross-model keyless battery, and more. From there, the physical stock features include puncture-resistant tires, hydraulic disc brakes, a…...
Wheel-E Podcast: 10k mile e-bike, regen hub motors, more
1+ week, 5+ day ago (192+ words) This week on'Electrek's'Wheel-E podcast, we discuss the most popular news stories from the world of electric bikes and other nontraditional electric vehicles. This time, that includes a new semi-recumbent e-trike, regen from hub motors, a 10,000 mile e-bike, new CA e-bike…...