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Definition of Electric Bicycles

AnĀ electric bicycleĀ is also known as anĀ e-bikeĀ is aĀ bicycleĀ with an integratedĀ electric motorĀ which can be used for propulsion. Many kinds of e-bikes are available worldwide, from e-bikes that only have a small motor to assist the rider’s pedal-power (i.e., (pedelecs) to somewhat more powerful e-bikes which tend closer toĀ moped-style functionality: all, however, retain the ability to beĀ pedaledĀ by the rider and are therefore notĀ electric motorcycles.

E-bikes useĀ rechargeable batteriesĀ and the lighter ones can travel up to 25 to 32Ā km/h (16 to 20Ā mph), depending on local laws, while the more high-powered varieties can often do more than 45Ā km/h (28Ā mph). In some markets, such as Germany as of 2013, they are gaining in popularity and taking some market share away from conventional bicycles,[1]Ā while in others, such as China as of 2010, they are replacingĀ fossil fuel-poweredĀ mopedsĀ and small motorcycles.[2][3]

Depending on local laws, many e-bikes (e.g.,Ā pedelecs) are legally classified as bicycles rather thanĀ mopedsĀ orĀ motorcycles. This exempts them from the more stringent laws regarding the certification and operation of more powerful two-wheelers which are often classed asĀ electric motorcycles. E-bikes can also be defined separately and treated under distinctĀ Electric bicycle laws.

E-bikes are theĀ electric motor-powered versions ofĀ motorized bicycles, which have been in use since the late 19th century. SomeĀ bicycle-sharing systemsĀ use them.[4]

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E-Bikes Classifications and Power Systems

E-bikes are classed according to the power that their electric motor can deliver and the control system, i.e., when and how the power from the motor is applied. Also, the classification of e-bikes is complicated as much of the definition is due toĀ legal reasonsĀ for what constitutes a bicycle and what constitutes a moped or motorcycle. As such, the classification of these e-bikes varies greatly across countries and local jurisdictions.

Despite these legal complications, the classification of e-bikes is mainly decided by whether the e-bike’s motor assists the rider using aĀ pedal-assistĀ system or by aĀ power-on-demandĀ one. Definitions of these are as follows:

  • WithĀ pedal-assist,Ā the electric motor is regulated by pedaling. The pedal-assist augments the efforts of the rider when they are pedaling. These e-bikes – calledĀ pedelecs – have a sensor to detect the pedaling speed, the pedaling force, or both. Brake activation is sensed to disable the motor as well.
  • WithĀ power-on-demand,Ā the motor is activated by aĀ throttle, usually handlebar-mounted just like on most motorcycles or scooters.

Therefore, very broadly, e-bikes can be classed as:

  • E-bikes with pedal-assist only: eitherĀ pedelecsĀ (legally classed as bicycles) orĀ S-PedelecsĀ (often legally classed asĀ mopeds)
    • Pedelecs: have pedal-assist only, motor assists only up to a decent but not excessive speed (usually 25Ā km/h), motor power up to 250Ā watts, often legally classed as bicycles
    • S-Pedelecs: have pedal-assist only, motor power can be greater than 250 watts, can attain a higher speed (e.g., 45Ā km/h) before the motor stops assisting, legally classed as a moped or motorcycle (notĀ a bicycle)
  • E-bikes with power-on-demandĀ andĀ pedal-assist
  • E-bikes with power-on-demand only: often have more powerful motors than pedelecs but not always, the more powerful of these are legally classed as mopeds or motorcycles

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E-Bike National and City Usage

In 2009 the U.S. had an estimated fleet of 200,000 e-bikes.[80]Ā In 2012 they were increasingly favored inĀ New YorkĀ as food delivery vehicles.[85]

In 2012, two e-bike advocates completed the first 4,000-mile (6,400Ā km) transcontinentalĀ e-bikeĀ tour from New York to San Francisco to advocate for e-bikes in major cities across the U.S.[86]Ā Pedego Electric Bikes is the best selling brand in the U.S. Many e-bikes in the United States are standard bicycles converted using a kit. In general, the kits include the motor (the majority of which are hub motors built into the front or rear wheel), a speed controller, throttle (usually twist-grip or thumb throttle), necessary wiring and connectors, and a battery. Several U.S. companies offer conversion kits which also offer advanced lithium battery packs. Major manufacturers also offer complete e-bikes. Trek offers a line of e-bikes using the Bionx system in which the rider programs the controller to determine how much effort the motor will give in response to rider effort, from 25% up to 200% of the rider’s power. This system ensures a minimum level of rider participation and is also used to comply with many European laws mandating partial human effort before the motor engages.

One of the biggest headwinds facing electric bicycles in the United States has been lower fuel prices[14]Ā since the end of theĀ 2000s commodities boom.

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