An electric bicycle provides pedal assistance up to a maximum of 25 kilometers per hour. The speed pedelec goes just that little bit faster; up to 45 kilometers per hour. With a few simple tips you can safely hit the road with an e-bike.
You can read the best tips for safely on the road with an e-bike in this article.
Ask for an explanation from an expert
Buy an electric bicycle? With an electric bicycle you often have to get used to, for example, how the e-bike works, the speed and the number of gears. Therefore, do not leave the shop without having received an explanation from an expert when you first get on an e-bike.
Always call when you are catching up
Are you on the road with an electric bicycle and do you want to overtake another cyclist? This is common. The electric bicycle is faster than a bicycle without pedal assistance. Make sure you have a properly working bell. Always call if you are going to overtake a cyclist. Choose a classic bell or a colorful bell!
Braking at a bend
Taking a bend is slightly more dangerous with an e-bike than with a normal bicycle. By going through a corner at great speed, you have a high chance of flying out of the corner. Therefore do not pedal when taking a bend!
Want to know more about the speed of an e-bike? Read it in this article.
Take the battery indoors if possible
Does your electric bicycle have a removable battery? do you take battery go inside! Not just because otherwise you run the risk of your battery being stolen. Also because your battery does not get cold and your range continues to work optimally.
put on a helmet
If you have an electric bicycle with pedal assistance up to a maximum of 25 kilometers per hour, it is not mandatory to wear a helmet. With the speed pedelec that can go up to about 45 kilometers per hour, this is mandatory. However, it is advisable to wear a helmet if you fall. Safety before everything!
Get the right tire pressure
Slipping with the electric bicycle mainly occurs in winter. To prevent this, it is advisable to adjust the pressure on your tires. When you lower the tires, you have more contact surface. That way you will fall less quickly.
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