An Introduction: What is an eBike and How Do eBikes Work?
What is an electric bike, how does it work, and how do I ride one?
What is an electric bike?
Also known as an eBike or e-bike, an electric bike is a bicycle integrated with electrical components – like a motor, battery, and controller – to electrically assist with propulsion. The brushless rear hub motor on our eBikes provides an additional boost with each pedal that allows you to go faster, travel farther, and pedal with more ease compared to a conventional bicycle. It’s like having the wind at your back on demand.
How is an electric bike different from a conventional bike?
Design & Mechanics
Electric bikes actually look and function similarly to conventional bicycles. The primary difference is the electrical drive system that enhances human-generated pedaling power. Think of it as an extra boost as you ride.
Other components like our 26-inch wheels, handlebars, and frame along with traditional mechanics like brakes and pedals are the same style and function as a conventional pedal bike.
Speed
The electrical components of the eBike enhance propulsion by augmenting human pedaling power, allowing you to go faster on an electric bike than a regular bike when pedaling at the same rate. In throttle-only mode, our eBikes can travel with a high speed of up to 20 MPH. With this boost, Flyer™ eBikes enhance the joy, freedom, and fun of conventional bike riding.
Riding Modes
With a conventional bike, there is only one way to ride: pedal-only. With a Flyer™ electric bike, there are 3 riding modes with varying levels of assistance: pedal-only, pedal-assist, and throttle-only.
Riding Experience
Electric bikes don’t change the act of cycling – they make it feel easier while moving you faster, even with the same amount of effort or added cargo weight. From your first pedal, you’ll feel like you’re flying. It’s like having the wind at your back on demand.
Plus, you can say goodbye to the days of arriving at your destination sweaty and exhausted from the exertion of traveling on your conventional bicycle. Less physical effort and faster travel means you can ride with ease.
What are the benefits of an electric bike?
Ride Faster
Thanks to the boost from the electric motor, eBikes allow you to increase your average speed compared to a conventional bike – even with the same level of effort and added cargo.
Go Farther
Since you can move faster on an electric bike than a conventional bike, it increases your miles range. In the most favorable conditions, Flyer™ eBikes can travel up to 50+ miles per charge.
So convenient
Move faster than a conventional bike. Dodge traffic using bike routes. Skip the crowded parking lots. Electric bikes are a modern micromobility solution.
Be Sustainable
Trade the car keys for an electric bike. Electrically powered Flyer™ eBikes are a sustainable alternative to a gas-powered car for short trips.
Haul Kids & Cargo
Bring little ones and all your essentials along for the ride – the added boost from an electric bicycle makes pedaling feel effortless even with additional weight. With a line of compatible accessories, customize your cargo eBike to fit your unique hauling needs.
Get Active
Even in pedal-assist mode, you are still using human power to get moving! Plus, you can still use an electric bike like a conventional bicycle in pedal-only mode with no electric power.
Conquer Hills
Fear no more – Flyer™ eBikes make steep hills easy. Pedal-assist mode enhances your pedaling power, and throttle-only mode allows you to cruise uphill, no pedaling required.
Have More Fun
Ready to fly? Just hop on your eBike and go. Feel the wind in your hair and the sun on your face. Breathe in the fresh air and take in the scene. We dare you to not smile when that battery-powered pedal assist kicks in. Who knew getting from A to B could be this much fun? See for yourself: Find the eBike thats right for you.
What can I do with an electric bike?
Flyer™ eBikes take you where you need to go, when you need to go. Commute to work. Haul your groceries. Drop the kids off at school. Take the family to the park. Head to soccer practice. Visit the farmer’s market. Bring a picnic to the beach. Run errands. Make deliveries. Explore the city. Conquer hills fearlessly. Get some exercise. Go for a joy ride. These are just some of the ways you can use your Flyer™. It’s on-the-go, reimagined. Learn more about the many ways to use an eBike. Always check & follow local guidelines when riding your fat tire electric bike.
How do I ride an electric bike?
Flyer™ eBikes have 3 riding modes: pedal-only, pedal-assist, and throttle-only.
Pedal-Only
Pedal and go. Ride just like a conventional bicycle with no electric power.
Pedal-Assist
Augment your natural pedaling. Choose from 5 different levels to determine the power output from the motor as you bike.
Throttle-Only
Twist and go. No pedaling required. Flyer™ eBikes can travel up to 20 MPH in throttle-only mode.
Where can I use my electric bike?
You can ride an electric bike almost anywhere you can ride a conventional bike, including most bike paths and protected bike lanes. Always check & follow local guidelines when riding your electric bike.
How fast can they go?
As fast as you can pedal! The electrical components of the eBike enhance propulsion by augmenting human pedaling power. You’ll feel like you’re flying with each revolution. In throttle-only mode, our eBikes can travel up to 20 MPH.
How far can they go?
Range is impacted by a number of factors: total payload, your size, riding mode, hills, wind, and other external factors. In the most favorable conditions, Flyer™ eBikes can travel up to 50+ miles per charge.
How do I charge an electric bike?
It’s easy – simply plug & charge just like your other electronics. There is a charge port located on the removable battery. You can charge the battery on or off the bicycle. To remove the battery, simply use the unique keyset to pop it out. All Flyer™ electric bikes come with everything you need for standard at-home charging.