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Mobility and Independence - One of the key benefits of eBikes for kids ages 11-17 is that they provide mobility and independence. Instead of relying on their parents to take them places, kids can ride where they need whenever they want. They get their first step toward freedom, without the cost and risk of a car.
- Reasons to Choose An Electric Bike For Your Child
- Reasons Not to Buy An Electric Bike
- Availability in Europe vs North America
- Legality
- Kids Electric Mountain Bikes
- Kids Electric City Bikes
- Kids Electric Balance Bikes
- Other Kids E Bikes
- More Reading
While there is lots of controversy around electric bikes for kids, I believe there are a few really good reasons to get one.
Legality– I’ll talk more about the legality of an electric bike here in a moment, but just know that it may not be legal for your child to ride an electric bike where you live.Cost– A good quality electric bike costs significantly more than a bike without a motor.Exercise – Kids now a days already lack getting enough exercise. If your purpose for getting an electric bike is so your child doesn’t have to work as hard, you may want to reconsider.Maintenance– Electric bikes are harder and more expensive to maintain. You also have to remember to charge it between uses and store it out of the wet and the cold.Europe is several years ahead of North America in terms of accepting electric bikes. Many of the bikes on this list are available ONLY in Europe. We’ve made note of which bikes are offered in North America with the hopes that more will become available in the next few years.
Let me start off by saying I am not a lawyer, I am not an expert on this topic, and I can not be held liable for any choice you may make as a result of reading this article. That said, the legality of kids riding electric bikes is all over the place depending on the country or state you live in. In the United States, minimum age requirements for ri...
There are several really excellent options for 24 inch and 26 inch kids mountain bikes. If you are climbing big mountains, one of these bikes will help your kiddo keep up.
Unfortunately, there are virtually no kids bike designed for around town commuting or recreational riding. This is probably largely due to legal restrictions in many areas. That said, if your child is older (pre-teen and up), there are several smaller adult bikes that will fit young riders well.
Electric balance bikes may be a good option for parents trying to transition their child from a balance bike to a dirt bike. If your not a moto family, however, we’d recommend sticking with a traditional balance bike.
We wouldn’t necessarily recommend any of these electric bikes, but if you are looking for a kids electric bike from Walmart or Amazon, here you go. 1. Swagtron 20″ fat tire bike(via Amazon) 2. Segway Ninebot 16″ and 18″ bikes(via Amazon) 3. Hiboy balance bike(via Amazon)
Apr 18, 2024 · The e-bike segment makes bikes with larger tires—which are more difficult to pedal using leg power alone because of the increased weight and rolling resistance that comes with their beefy wheels ...
If you've read all the facts in the great e-bike vs. car debate and decided an e-bike is right for you, Velotric has you covered. We offer two bikes suited to two different purposes. The Discover 1 has a range of up to 65 miles, while the Nomad 1 is a fat tire bike with a range of up to 55 miles. The Nomad 1's fat tires make it suitable for non ...
Oct 4, 2023 · Q&A about Electric Bikes vs. Traditional Car Q: How far can you travel on an ebike before needing to recharge? A: Most ebikes can travel 20-100 miles on a single charge, depending on the battery size, power of the motor, and terrain. For urban use and short commutes, a single charge is usually enough for daily travel needs.
Jun 12, 2024 · The Swagtron EB-6 20″ bike is a popular bike marketed as a kid’s bike, but it is too tall for most kids and with only 1 PAS mode, we found it to be way too fast for kids to ride safely. Electric Class I mountain bikes from woom, Commencal and Specialized, fit younger riders, but are a bit overkill for everyday neighborhood riding.
Sep 22, 2023 · E-Bike vs. Car Commuting. While testing my new e-bike, I compared riding to school with driving to school. Don’t get me wrong. I love my Honda Accord; I just wanted to compare my two favorite means of transportation. The same commute to school on my electric bike can be achieved in around 25 minutes at a constant pace with no stopping.
