Discover the Great Benefits of Buying an Electric Bike

Posted by Kitty on Nov 18th 2013

There has been plenty of news regarding the most innovative cars on the market. Cars that hover above the ground and many of us have seen videos of the ones that can actually drive themselves — these are all making headlines across the nation. There are even cars that can predict a collision and automatically depress the brakes to prevent an accident. Well, now there is another type of vehicle that is becoming the talk of the town and is sure to blow your mind and change your perspective on your current method of commute. Discover the Great Benefits of Buying an Electric Bike

You may wonder why anyone would want to buy an electric bike when a regular bike is just as good. Or you may envision some bulky unattractive scooter type vehicle that is for the older crowd. There are great benefits associated with buying an electric bike that surpass standard pedal powered bikes. In addition, these bikes are very streamlined, safe and quite fashionable.

stromer electric bike at Bike Attack

Advantages One great benefit associated with buying an electric bike is its efficiency and low cost. In the current market a low cost, low maintenance vehicle runs about $15,000 - $17,000. The average price of an electric bike is about $2,000 - $5,000. The cost of charging your bike is also a benefit. It is a fraction of what it would cost you to fill up the gas tank of a hybrid vehicle if gas prices were $1.99 per gallon. The monthly cost of charging your bike is even less than what it would cost you to get a bus or subway commuter pass in a major metropolitan area. Because of its classification there is no requirement to maintain auto insurance or perform emission testing which is another cost saving benefit.

The next great benefit is the ability to stay active and to retain your motivation to exercise and really, who doesn’t love to ride bikes, it is fun! Even though the bike is electric you can still pedal and get a good workout. Parking is definitely another advantage. Finding cost effective parking in a metropolitan area can be impossible. Now you can keep your bike anywhere you park a motorcycle or regular bicycle. Being able to maneuver through traffic is another great advantage. You will be able to arrive to your destination on time and bypass unnecessary traffic congestion. Just imagine to ride your electric bike from Santa Monica to downtown LA to work in a shorter time period than taking the car. On top of that you’ll have the enjoyment of being outdoors, get some exercise and be in good shape.

If you are interested in reducing your carbon footprint this is definitely something to consider. An electric bike does not produce emissions and will not pollute the environment. This makes it highly desirable among individuals who are adamant about the "Green Initiative".

Brands There are a plethora of brands to choose from however some of the best electric bike brands include Stromer e-bikes and Easy Motion electric bikes; which you can find detailed information on at Bike Attack, LA’s Premier Bike Dealer. These brands have been in the industry for years and offer several different types of bikes with prices to fit your budget. Most brands are available at retail stores as well as online.

If you decide to purchase an electric bike you are sure to save money, save time, get fit, help the planet by reducing your carbon footprint and enjoy a more relaxing and easy commute.