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An electric bike is a great investment, and not just for environmental reasons. They re easy to ride, fun, and great value in the long run.
Whether you ve been considering upgrading your standard bike to an electric bike, buying one as a second rider, or using one to get back into cycling after a period away, here are the reasons you should take the plunge.
E-bikes are good value
In our experience, prices for good-quality e-bikes start at around $1,500 / £1,000 / AU$2,000. That s a big investment (much more than an equivalent non-electric bike), but when you consider how many car journeys said bike will eventually replace, that price no longer appears as daunting. Electric bikes are pretty simple and cheap to maintain (more on that later), and you can save a hefty sum on fuel and parking fees, and potentially tax and insurance, too.