What’s wrong with Electric Bikes?

The electric bike industry isn’t perfect and technical issues still exist in many of the electric models available in the market. Luckily, the constant development of new and improved bicycles has lead to higher level of reliability.

Eco Expedition Electric Bikes is at the forefront of that improvement. From battery charging hurdles to short motor life span, our bike promises to solve many of the issues faced by other electric bikes both old and new. We make your cycling life easier and hassle free, with no compromise on quality and service.

Let’s take a closer look at a few of the drawbacks and cons of electric bikes and how Eco Expedition Electric Bikes fixes them:

Short motor and battery lifespan

Most electric bikes have hub motors incorporated on one of their wheels. And while they are efficient and reliable during the first two years, then tend to gradually wear out.

Their short lifespan is due to perpetual contact impacts and shock from the wheels face during cycling. Especially on rough or bumpy roads.

Eco Expedition Electric bikes, on the other hand, are made with 250 watt brushless motors mounted on the rear axles. The brushless feature leads to a greater lifespan for the motors, with fewer parts that can wear out or break over time. The lithium battery also provides an extended durability, lasting up to 1000 charges before its range starts to decline.

Limited range of miles per charge

A problem many electric powered bikes face is a low range of miles per charge, making it extremely difficult for riders to go on long trips or cover long distances. Depending on the battery set, replacing the batteries mid ride can also be too troublesome and time consuming or near impossible to undertake.

Our eco bikes offer up to 35 miles of range on just one single charge of battery, which can be easily replaced by a spare in a short amount of time. With our reliable electric model you can enjoy long journeys without worrying about running out of battery (or out of breath).

Extended battery charging time

When you do run out of battery, the majority of electric bicycles take several hours to fully recharge. Whilst it may not be an urgent problem, it can still affect the overall usage of the bike. Especially if you’re in a hurry or are planning for an extended trip.

Eco Expedition Bikes are fully charged after 4 to 6 hours and with the spare battery this issue can be easily overcome. Keeping at least one battery fully charged, you will always have a usable source of power for your bike.

Bike structure too heavy to pedal or carry  

One of the main problems allied with electric bikes is their heavy structure, as the electric components can add significant weight to the bike.

This makes it harder for riders to pedal when the battery stops working It can even compromise the overall performance of the bike, reducing its range and mobility,

Fortunately, weighing at just 20,5 Kg (including the battery) our eco bike is one of lightest electric bikes. So you won’t have any trouble transporting your bike or picking it up if it falls over.

Repair and maintenance problems

While traditional bikes are very easily repaired with simple and quick solutions, e-bikes can only be serviced by trained professionals. Most mechanics, however, are not qualified for dealing with the electric bike system, making the repair and maintenance of the bikes an arduous task.

As our eco electric models are made with traditional, high grade mountain bike parts, replacing or repairing damaged bits can be done at any local store. Without having to resort to a specialist or e-bike qualified personnel, buying an ebike is no longer a specialist chore.