Why ride an electric bike? Once you know the advantages you'll ask why not: effortless pedalling up hills; no-sweat commuting - literally; greater acceleration and so greater safety; and, ever-increasing battery range, with some models achieving 70km plus. "Electric Bicycles" covers all aspects of this rapidly growing form of transport and leisure riding, with chapters on history and development, classic models, choosing and using and much, much more. Little known until recently, electric bikes are advancing rapidly, both in terms of popularity and technology.
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David Henshaw has edited and published A to B magazine, specialising in folding and electric bikes, since 1997. Richard Peace is founder of Excellent Books, specialising in cycle publishing, and has been writing about cycling for more than 15 years.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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An extremely comprehensive review of every aspect of recent thinking on Electric Cycles.
Don't think of purchasing one until you have read this book.
Don't think of purchasing one until you have read this book.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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This small but comprehensive volume is a must for anyone thinking about or just starting on the road with an electric bike. There are comprehensive descriptions of many of the aspects that are important to know about regarding these bikes including battery types and the importance of battery type when deciding which bike to choose. The volume also covers types of drive systems including motor types and drive placements within the bike. Some confusing aspects are covered such as how different sorts of motor systems can be best used according to the type of planned riding. This may help a reader to decide what to choose for off road work, commuting or carrying loads including children.
A worthwhile addition to an electric bike reader's library.
A worthwhile addition to an electric bike reader's library.
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By GuitarTony
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A well written and informative book which helped me as a new rider of an electric bike. I did feel however that David may have some political issue with China as the book does discuss chinese made stock but is somewhat putting it down in favour of continental stock. My family own and ride 2 Wisper machines and can only commend them. So come on David, how about an update giving a more balanced view? Without the apparent politics I would have given 4 stars.
By lilley
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I found this a useful survey of the field but, published Electric Bicyclesin 2010, did not actually cover the one I bought!
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