F.A.Q.

What is an e-bike (or pedelec)?

It’s a bicycle equipped with an auxiliary electric motor which can be activated to support the cyclist while pedaling. For this reason they are also called pedal electric cycle because you can decide how much contribution get from the motor when you want to reduce the physical effort.

How is the engine powered?

The engine is powered by a battery, which is also located on the bike, that is recharged by simply connecting it to the bosch e-bike charger.

How many kilometers of autonomy have the batteries?

It depends on various factors, the steepness of the slopes, the weight of the cyclist, level of assistence used, climatic conditions, battery capacity etc. There is no precise answer to this question, but we can guarantee that our tours are designed so you can always get enought power. Bosch, the manufacturer of the engine, claims that a full battery can last in a range between 20 km and 180 km. Obviously both extremes occur in conditions that are very rare to find at the same time.

Can I use an electric bike without activating the engine’s assistance?

Certainly. You can use an e-bike as a classic bike, you only need to take into consideration that, due to the motor and the battery, its weight will be heavier.

How fast can you get on a bike with pedal assistance?

To be under the law, the assistance of the motor can not exceed the limit of 25 km/h (about 15 mph). This however does not mean that 25 Km/h (about 15 mph) is the maximum speed that the cyclist can reach.

Can anyone ride an e-bike?

In Europe, the use of a bicycle with an electric motor power of less than 250W and which assists the pedaling up to the maximum speed of 25 km/h (about 15 mph) is equated to the use of a normal bicycle. Therefore there are no special restrictions or obligations, everyone is able to ride a bicycle and/or on a mountain bike will have no difficulty in driving an e-bike.

What are the advantages of using an electric bike?

– Ecologica
– Ecological
– Easy to use
– You can overcome the climbs without major efforts
– Increase the freedom of movement
– Promotes healthy and good fitness
– It’s fun

It is possible to use it when it rains?

Yes, the bike it can be used in any climate. In any event a wet path decreases the adherence of the wheels to the ground and consequently increases the risk of slippage as in any other bicycle.

Is it possible to mount a child seat or a trailer for our kids?

Yes, absolutely. Take the kids around will certainly be easier using one of our bikes with pedal assistance. You can spend a beautiful family experience without too much effort.