Things to watch out for in buying an Electric Bike

With the rising prices of almost everything, people will always find ways on how to save money. The continuous Oil price hike has left commuters to look for solutions as to how can they reach their destination without overspending. 

Others choose to just ride a bus or train, but let's face it, sometimes we don’t get to our destination on time especially in peak hours were in more passengers are waiting for the public bus and trains to arrive. It is totally expensive to get a cab too, which is why more people are thinking of using a bicycle as a form of transportation. 

Back in the days, the invention of the bicycle was an answer to commuters prayer. This has become their form of transportation especially to those who work as a delivery boy or messenger. But as the year progresses, the use of the bicycle has changed. From a basic form of transportation to just a simple bicycle which we use when we are bored. The birth of motorcycles and cars has changed the way people look at bicycles. Except for places like in Asia from where they use bicycles to virtually anything even up to this day. Just as we all thought that the bicycle is just a form of exercise, it's when electric bike was developed. 

Electric bikes are usually bicycles ran by a motor. So it’s a battery operated bicycle invented for the ease of use and to be able to climb uphill even with a heavy package, without having to use all your energy in pedaling. Instead, you have an option to just use the motor on this electric bike to smoothly climb uphill. These bikes are wonderful and easy to use, but you have to be careful in choosing the right materials if you plan to set up an electric bike or if you plan on buying one. Watch out for counterfeits. 

There are several bicycle body parts that are imported from China which is said to be low quality. Make sure to check what you purchase. Check if there’s a warranty, look for authenticity sticker and make sure that the electric bike you are purchasing has passed the consumer advisers in whichever country or state you're from. The battery is said to be the Achilles heel of these motor vehicles. So make sure that the batteries used are of high quality and longer to discharge. Check if all gauges work. Don’t be afraid to give it a test run, and lastly be sure that your comfortable in riding one to avoid accidents while riding these electric bikes.