With the coronavirus epidemic starting to calm down and the work that we will resume face-to-face from June 9, public transport arouses mistrust … And with the return of sunny days, there are many of us for bringing out an old friend from the garage: our bike!
Version 2.0 of this good old bicycle is the electrically assisted bicycle or VAE. Last year, 500,000 were sold in France, or one in five bicycles: a real trend that appeals even to those who had not cycled since they were 8 years old. Here are 5 good reasons to fall for an eBike …
1 – The electric bike is less tiring
The electric assistance behaves like “a hand behind the back” which takes over and pushes us (without brutality or jerk) for example in the climbs or when we have to start at the green light. As soon as it is engaged, pedaling is instantly easier and more efficient!
- It is chosen manually on the handlebars, with several levels including an economy mode (for flat) and a sport or turbo mode (for difficult climbs).
2 – The electric bicycle is (also) good for your health
However, the electric bicycle is not automatic: despite the assistance, it is still necessary to pedal. We therefore work the legs (also excellent for blood circulation), arms, shoulders, back, abs and heart. It is also possible (and even recommended …) not to activate the assistance all the time to pedal as on a standard bike, with the same health benefits.
- To avoid falls, you (still) take the time to tame your electric bike by pedaling in a traffic-free area – the time to regain your balance and learn to use gears and electric assistance. And the helmet is obviously essential … even if it is only compulsory for children under 12 years old.
3 – The electric bike allows you to go everywhere
Thanks to the electric assistance of the VAE, you are no longer tired after an hour or two of riding: suddenly, you can cover great distances and survey the 15,000 km of French cycle paths, all of which are authorized. to VAE. Top to rediscover the pleasure of cycling with the family, regardless of the height difference.
Be careful with the autonomy of the battery: for long and / or sporty journeys, we opt for a battery with a fast charging capacity (5-6 hours) and a distance capacity with a single charge of at least 80 to 90 km.
4 – The electric bike is green
Indeed: less tiring than a classic bike and relatively fast (you find yourself very quickly at 24km / h without even realizing it), the VAE is the ideal means of transport in town.
As long as you invest in a few accessories (a luggage rack, a child seat …), you can use it for shopping, taking the children to school, going to the office and avoiding the drudgery of look for a parking space. Ecological and as easy as pie!
5 – The electric bike is (in part) refunded upon purchase
There is in fact a purchase assistance bonus for electrically assisted bicycles: this consists of financial assistance from the State which complements that granted by a local authority. It cannot exceed 20% of the price of the VAE or € 200, and is contingent on income. Check your eligibility and the steps to follow to obtain the bonus on the website of the Ministry of Economy.
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