Beginners Guide to eBikes

As the eBike market continues to grows in popularity there is now a mind-boggling array of different styles and uses for eBikes – folding, hybrid, mountain, commuter, road along with technical information that sounds like babble to the untrained ear. 

ewheelsnow.com is a complete beginners guide to ebikes and covers topics such as:

  • what eBikes are
  • how to buy an eBike
  • tips on keeping yourself and your eBike safe on the road
  • the laws around using eBikes
  • converting a regular bicycle to an eBike
  • and much more

So if this is your first introduction to eBikes click on the button below and read on or have a look at the latest guides and articles.

Latest Guides and Articles

Rusty secondhand bicycle
eBike Conversions For Beginners

Sourcing the Perfect Secondhand Bike for Your eBike Conversion Project

Find the perfect secondhand bike for your electric bike conversion project! Learn where to look and how to inspect for the best value.

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eBike Conversions For Beginners

Seven Must Do Actions Before Buying ANY eBike Conversion Kit

Got an old bike that you want to convert? Learn the 7 Must Do Actions Before Buying ANY eBike Conversion Kit and save time and money with proper preparation

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eBike Conversions For Beginners

7 Best eBike Conversion Kits for Heavy and Overweight People

Heavy eBike rider? Here’s the 7 best hub and mid drive eBike conversion kits for people weighing 280 pounds plus. eBike Conversions for Beginners Series Part 5

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Reviews

BEST eBIKE HELMET FOR S-PEDELEC | REVIEW Abus vs Giro vs Met

Not all eBike helmets are made equal. Wearing the wrong helmet can have serious consequences. A review of five of the best eBike helmets for speed pedelecs

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Example of rear wheel hub motor for converting a secondhand bicycle to an eBike
eBike Conversions For Beginners

Unleash the Power: 8 Reasons Why Converting Your Secondhand Bicycle to an Ebike is a Genius Idea

Considering converting a secondhand bicycle to an ebike? Learn the 8 reasons why converting your secondhand bike is a genius idea including the advantages of doing so, improved speed and distance, cost savings, and more.

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eBike Guides for Newbies

How To Buy an eBike with Bitcoin

In this blog post we will cover all of the necessary steps to buy your new e-bike with bitcoin or other cryptocurrency!

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eBike Guides for Newbies

Personal Electric Vehicles – The Future Is Here | Micromobility Vehicles For The Last Mile

In the past few years, battery technology has made a huge leap to the point where electric vehicles are not only practical for long-range trips …

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eBike Guides for Newbies

Why Buying a Cheap Big-Box Store eBike Might Be A Good Idea

Are you looking for an ebike to commute? Have you been on the fence about whether or not it would be worth it to spend more money on a higher-quality bike or save your money and buy a budget bike instead? If so, then this blog post is for you! We are going to talk about why buying a cheap big-box store ebike might be the best option for you. You don’t have to break the bank if you want a decent commuter bike.

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White Raleigh Stow-e-way; Fully equipped folding ebike
Retail eBikes

Raleigh Stoweway Affordable Fully Equipped Folding eBike

The Raleigh Stow-e-way – this sturdy fully equipped folding eBike with integrated rear rack and automated lights system is just such a fun and comfortable ride.

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BTwin Tilt 500 for the budget conscious
Retail eBikes

BTwin Tilt 500 Folding eBike Designed For The Budget Conscious

Why spend 1000s on an eBike? BTwin Tilt 500 – the entry-level folding eBike designed for the budget conscious who seriously appreciate great value for money

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Retail eBikes

Furo X – Best Folding eBike For Discerning Commuters?

Furo X the world’s first carbon folding eBike. Is it possibly the best folding eBike for discerning commuters?

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eBike Conversions For Beginners

Rear Wheel eBike Conversion – 5 Easy Stages – Newbie Guide

Part 3 of eBike Conversions For Beginners. Step by step guide for complete beginners to build an eBike with a rear wheel hub motor kit in five easy stages.

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traditional bike bell
Components & Accessories

Bike Accessories You Didn’t Know You Wanted

Bike accessories you didn’t know you wanted to keep your eBike on the road, to keep you safe on the road and to carry stuff on the road.

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torque arm
eBike Conversions For Beginners

Complete Beginners Guide – eBike Conversion In 6 Easy Steps

Part 2 of eBike Conversions for Beginners – Step by step guide for complete beginners to build an eBike with a front wheel hub motor kit in six easy steps.

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eBike Guides for Newbies

Newbies Guide to Speed Pedelecs in the UK. Worth the hassle?

Newbies Guide to Speed Pedelecs in the UK. Worth the hassle? Learn how many hoops you have to jump through simply to own and ride a fast eBike in the UK.

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disc brake on bicycle
Components & Accessories

Disc Brake Newbie? 7 Important Things You Need To Know

Disc brake newbie? Thought brakes were just brakes ? Rotors, hydraulics, fluids. mechanicals, calipers. It’s a whole new language for the die-hard rim brakers

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mid drive motor on eBike
eBike Conversions For Beginners

6 Simple Steps to Convert A Regular Bike To An eBike

Part 4 of eBike Conversions For Beginners. Step by step guide for intermediate beginners to build an eBike with a mid drive motor kit in six simple steps.

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eBike bosch battery 400 watts on eBike
Components & Accessories

Extend eBike Battery By Up To 8X Longer By Undercharging

How Can I Make My eBike Battery Last Longer? Undercharging your battery can increase it’s life by up to 8X longer

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cockpit view of Stromer ST2 eBike controls including LCD display
eBike Guides for Newbies

8 Questions You Need To Ask Before Buying an eBike Online

8 questions you need to ask before choosing and buying an eBike online. Learn how to buy an eBike online without being overwhelmed by the experience

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