Electric Bikes
Northwest

Bike Weights

Prospective car buyers really kicking tires may be more folklore than reality? But prospective bike buyers do lift bikes.

And why not? Certainly if serious racing or much lifting might be involved. But how do a few pounds matter if we are cruising leisurely? And if we are looking for exercise why would we even want—should our budget indeed so allow—the lightest bike possible?

While an electric bike typically weighs about twice that of a regular bike the performance shall not be noticeably affected as the electric motor is several times stronger than the typical rider. Lifting it may of course be an issue in some circumstances and for some riders.

Be that as it may the full size electric bikes which we currently sell weigh from 45 lb plus a 6 lb quick release battery, and small wheeled folding bikes 41 lb plus a 4-6 lb quick release battery.

What about fitting an extra light regular bicycle with a small power kit? Sure, we can install a power kit that weighs only 14 lb. However, one may not necessarily expect the same level of integration and riding experience as with an electric bike designed as a complete electric bike.

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November 2011