| http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; | | | | these bikes. It will help you make the right choice. |
| charset=utf-8"> | | | | There are four basic types including: |
| It seems that people are fast changing their | | | | · Sealed Lead Acid (SLA) — majority of |
| perspective. Electric bicycles are once again reclaiming | | | | electric bikes today use SLA because it is easy to |
| its place in the consciousness of individuals and of | | | | manufacture and inexpensive. It has a high energy |
| society in general. | | | | density so it packs a lot of power. Another benefit is |
| Aside from its eco benefits, another advantage is its | | | | that virtually no maintenance is necessary. It is without |
| size. You can part electric bicycles virtually anywhere | | | | its downsides though. For example, it is heavy and |
| without the stress usually associated with big vehicles. | | | | charging takes a long time. |
| Enjoy hassle-free transport when you ride these types | | | | · Nickel-Metal-Hydride (NiMH) — light and safer |
| of bicycles. | | | | compared to SLA, NiMH is the preferred alternative of |
| Background on Electric Bicycles | | | | many bikers. It also charges quickly. It is great in warm |
| Probably one of the major concerns among motorist | | | | weather but wintertime can reduce its performance. |
| regarding electric bicycles is its battery life. This | | | | · Lithium-Ion (Li-on) — maintenance-free, long |
| shouldn’t be a concern though because | | | | battery life, and lightweight: these are the features you |
| manufacturers have developed sophisticated | | | | can expect from Li-on. More advanced electric |
| technologies that can power the bike over | | | | bicycles contain this battery. But it is not that widely |
| long-distances without stopping. In some instances, the | | | | used because it is more expensive compared to other |
| rechargeable battery within it is even powerful enough | | | | options. |
| to climb over hills without putting strain on the motor. Of | | | | · Lithium-Polymer (Li-Po) — as the newest |
| course, bikers can also opt to pedal over these hills | | | | type of electric bicycle battery, it has to meet a lot of |
| themselves to save on electricity. | | | | expectations and it delivers. Li-Po batteries are stable |
| Electric bicycles are good for everyday use. The only | | | | and have low toxicity. Because of this advanced |
| inconvenience associated with it is its recharging time. | | | | features, it is also expensive. |
| This can be likened to stopping by the gas station to | | | | Knowing the components within your electric bicycle |
| put gas into the vehicle. Once you get home, just plug it | | | | will help you choose which one suits your need best. |
| into the outlet and it will be good within a few hours. | | | | Be sure to look at the different models of electric |
| Types of Batteries | | | | bicycles in the market and know their features to get |
| While on the subject of batteries, it might be a good | | | | more value for your money. |
| idea to know the different kinds of batteries used for | | | | |