Commuting To Work Via Electric Bicycle Is No Sweat!

Monday, December 20, 2010, 19:53
e-bikes, Educational Articles, EV 2-wheelers, Green-Environmental
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Nope Dyno III

Seeing a bevy of briefcases and bicycle helmets on the way to/from work seems to be a new trend!

These new ebikes (electric bicycles or hybrid bikes) do not require a special license or registration beyond those required for a non-motorized bicycle. Standard road rules apply, which allows one to commute to work or leisurely use designated bike paths and lanes.

When cruising on electric power, this alternate commuter method of getting to work is literally no sweat at all. While all your fellow commuters are stuck in bumper to bumper traffic you’ll be flying by them at speeds up to 28km per hour (17 mph).

Not only does riding an electric bike to work help save the environment, but it can also significantly reduce the amount you currently spend on parking fees and fuel bills. Many people are surprised to find out that the lithium battery pack on these electric bicycles only costs approximately five cents for a full charge. These bikes also use many standard bike parts, so they are cheap to maintain.

For most workers riding a standard bike to and from work, even on days with nice weather can be rather problematic, due to lack of showers or changing facilities at their place of work. However, with an electric bike you have the option of being propelled totally just by electric power, even though you could peddle if you wished to still get a work out.

It is in the best interest of almost any business to install a few more bicycle racks out in the company parking lot, which not only helps the environment by keeping cars off the road, but can also serve as a potential fitness outlet for employees and customers. Studies have shown that paying close attention to personal health and fitness helps to minimize the need for unscheduled doctor’s visits, which in turn lowers overall health care cost.

Electric bikes has come a long way in recent years and most people have never even taken one out for a test drive, our advice here at EV.com is to rectify that situation ASAP! As the only way to know if the bike “feels right” to you is to just go out and ride one, we believe you will be beyond pleasantly pleased, you might very well end up thinking just how did you ever survive all this time without one (just like a portable telephone or the internet)? As handling is mostly a matter of personal preference only you can really determine if you like the way it handles corners, speed changes, throttle inputs, and braking.

Nope Luxe III

We (Ken Burridge and some of the EV.com staff) recently went on test rides of the Nope Dyno III and Nope Luxe III (Distributed by Ecomotion). These electric bikes were very lightweight and effortless to ride…and dare we say “fun”? When was the last time you had fun driving to work? Anyway it might take some time to get use to seeing more and more people wearing a suit while riding bicycles to work, but the ebike is certainly making that more likely than ever before.

Frame: Aluminium

Wheel: 26″ Alloy

Weight w/Battery: 24kg (53 lbs)

Brakes: Front/Rear disc brakes

Max Speed Using Motor Only: 28km/hr (17 mph)

Range: 30-40km (19-25 miles)

Power Options: Motor/Pedal/Pedal Assist

Motor Type: 200 watt Electric DC Brushless Hub Motor

Derailleur: Shimano 6 speed

Battery Recharge Time: 3-5 hrs

Battery Type: Lithium (lockable & detachable)

Charging Capacity: 37v/10ah

Max Number of Charges: 800

Battery weight 2.5kg (5.5 lbs)

Tags: ebike, Ecomotion, electric bicycle, electric bicycle tax rebate, Electric Vehicle, H.R. 1424, hybrid bike, Ken Burridge, Nope, Nope Dyno III, Nope Luxe III, Transportation and Domestic Fuel Security Provision

17 Comments on “Commuting To Work Via Electric Bicycle Is No Sweat!”

Gary Ares wrote on 15 December, 2009, 4:09
Totally agree, and let’s not forget that most commutes give the opportunity to get a good workout on the return ride where is a shower, and fresh change of clothing. For those who must drive into a congested city an electric bicycle, like the Nope, could make the trip quicker and save lots of money on parking.
Most people know how to ride a bike, so making one electric doesn’t really change the ride or feel for the most part. One of the highlights of this simple technology is there are plenty of people who can fix them, bike shops have plenty of parts, and many cities are spending substantial funds (Boston) to accommodate more cyclists.

One very important aspect that’s not often discussed is cycling safety. My view is simple, if someone is going to hit me they’ll need to do it on purpose, because I have flashing lights, wear bright colors, and stay out of the way. Oh, one other important thing to remember is to be polite, and be a model for other people to follow.
RICK RHYNARD wrote on 11 February, 2010, 21:45
I would have to agree that having an electric bike makes commuting so much easier. Ivery recently purchased a TrailZ for Currie Technologies for a very reasonable price. I am riding 18 miles round trip to work and could not do it without the electric option. I have gotten out of shape after 30 years of not riding, etc. With this option I can pedal as far as i can, switch to electric and rest, then pedal some more. Take a look at my blog if you get a chance and follow my progress. www ricksbikeblog.wordpress.com

Thanks, Rick
Ed Fry from Electric Bikes Experts wrote on 31 March, 2010, 5:18
Also, since you aren’t pedalling hard (if at all…) and you’re not really sweating, it isn’t necessary to waste time having a shower when you arrive at work. That saves a lot of time…

… and so does the fact that electric bikes tend to be the quickest form of getting around in a city anyway. You can slip between traffic jams and maintain a constant 15mph — at that kind of speed on a normal bike, its certain you’ll arrive at work a sweaty state!
Ken Burridge wrote on 18 April, 2010, 20:44
In the USA there is also an employer tax break that could be considered an ebike or electric bicycle tax rebate of sorts. It can be found in Sec. 211, “Transportation fringe benefit to bicycle commuters,” which is under the Transportation and Domestic Fuel Security Provision section in H.R. 1424. The $20 a month tax relief per employee commuting via bicycle or ebike is to help cover the cost of any employer reimbursement for reasonable expenses incurred by the employee “for the purchase of a bicycle and bicycle improvements, repair, and storage, (showers, lockers, and bike racks etc) if such bicycles are regularly used for travel between the employee’s residence and place of employment.”
physical therapist wrote on 13 May, 2010, 0:09
Great site. A lot of useful information here. I’m sending it to some friends!
physician assistant wrote on 26 July, 2010, 10:50
Great information! I’ve been looking for something like this for a while now. Thanks!
Wood Shelf %0A wrote on 24 November, 2010, 23:25
electric ranges are very convenient to use compared to gas ranges “*.