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There are many good reasons to own an electric bike and choosing the most important ones was difficult. An electric bike is a standard bicycle with a motor attached to the pedals and powered by a portable battery. There are many different models to choose from and they have become popular over the world. The easiest and least expensive comes in a kit which can be easily installed to modify a standard bicycle. These kits range in price from $400 to $800. The custom built models can range in price from $400 to $3,500.The top ten reasons to own an electric bike are counted down from ten to one. They are in no particular ranking order. You get to decide which is more important than another.
10. Good for the Environment. Since the electric bike uses no gasoline, it does not produce poisonous fumes like an automobile would. The battery is environmentally friendly and takes mere pennies to charge.
9. Less expensive than cars. When you consider all the costs to own a car, the electric bike is much more reasonable. It is estimated that the total cost of operating an automobile is 10 cents a mile and includes its maintenance, gasoline, oil and upkeep. An electric bike ridden at 500 miles can replace 25 gallons of gasoline.
8. Useful for hill climbing. Whether it is the summer heat or long distances, climbing hills can be a challenge. With a simple flick of a switch, the hill can soon be a pleasant memory.
7. Arrive for work without needing a shower and cool down. For the commuter, an electric bike can mean arriving to work without the exhaustion and perspiration normally found when depending on pedaling alone.
6. Good Exercise. Riding a bicycle can provide good movement for exercising without the trauma to knees and legs other forms of exercise give. An electric bike can ease the pain of exercise and make it enjoyable again.
5. No need for driver's license, insurance and license plate. Electric bicycles are lawful for use on most roads and the cyclist must obey the traffic laws just as motorists. E-bikes can be insured, but it is not required. There is no requirement for a driver's license or state license plates.
4. Faster and less effort involved than a standard bicycle. Even the most seasoned of cyclists can sometimes get tired. When the cyclist has reached the end of the energy level provided by the last meal, turn the motor on for the bicycle and enjoy the rest of the ride.
3. Battery recharges for pennies. The normal charge time for the battery is 3-5 hours and uses very little power.
2. Easier to maintain than automobiles. Since the motor is sometimes encased within the frame, there is no need to lubricate it and fill it up with gas.
1. Many models to choose from. No matter what requirements you are looking for in the perfect electric bike, there is one built just for you.






