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Difference Between Electric Bikes And Electric Scooters

by Preity Gupta 20 Feb 2023

There are numerous possibilities when it comes to electric mobility. You can travel with an electric bike, scooter, or even a skateboard. Therefore, which option is preferable for you? We'll compare and contrast these three forms of electric transportation in this article to help you choose which is best for you.

About ten years ago, when the term electric bikes initially gained popularity in Europe, several individuals mistook it for a electric scooters or a "moped." This article aims to clarify the significant distinctions between electric scooters and bikes. Let's first be clear that scooters come in both gasoline and electric versions.

For instance, the scooters sold under the Vespa brand use gasoline. We will only focus on electric scooter models for the purposes of this article.

Second, when we say "scooter," we don't mean the four-wheeled model used by people with mobility challenges nor the two-wheeled push scooter with the big step and handlebars that you stand on. There are numerous varieties of scooters on the market.Here are the distinctions between electric bikes and electric scooters without further ado.

 

ELECTRIC SCOOTER:

A specially constructed vehicle with electric propulsion is known as an "electric scooter." Most have a platform for the operator's feet and step-through construction, giving them the appearance of gas scooters.

However, there are a few designs that resemble motorcycles. The majority of small electric scooters feature pedals, making them eligible to be categorised as "power assisted bicycles," which we shall talk about in more detail later.

Although several tricycle-style models exist and are available with a range of motors, the majority have two wheels. The majority of them contain inbuilt lead acid batteries that may be charged by connecting the scooter directly to a power source. Although less expensive to produce, this type of battery weighs significantly more than lithium-ion.

 

ELECTRIC BIKE:

A bicycle equipped with an electric motor, such as a hub motor or mid-drive motor, is referred to as an electric bike. All pedelecs (also known as electric bikes) have pedals and can be used like a regular bike even when the motor is turned off. It's interesting to note that while most of the world now associates the term "ebike" with an electric bicycle, in Ontario, it's used to designate electric scooters.

Nowadays, lithium-ion batteries are used in the majority of electric motorcycles since they are lighter than conventional lead-acid batteries and are therefore more manoeuvrable. You can purchase bikes like Fiido, Engwe, Kugoo, Gogobest from us

Electric bikes are considered "power-assisted bicycles" under Transport Canada's Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations if they meet the criteria listed below, among others:

  • It features operable pedals.
  • It has a 500 watt or less electric motor attached, and it can travel at a top speed of 32 km/h on flat ground.

A power assisted bicycle may typically be ridden anywhere a regular bicycle can in most places. Please read our article on "Popular e-bike list" to learn more about the laws of electric bicycles.

Power-assisted bicycles, which include electric bikes and scooters, are substantially less expensive to operate because they don't require a licence or insurance to ride. However, electric bikes occasionally cost more than scooters due to the price of lithium-ion batteries.

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  • Speed and Range

If you're thinking about buying an electric bike or scooter, the first thing you should decide is whether you value range or speed more.

Most individuals will favour speed because it usually indicates how well your ride will go. However, it's also important to consider that, depending on the model and the terrain, motorcycles can travel up to 30 mph or more whereas scooters often top out at 22 mph. Taking a test ride in person to determine which bike feels most comfortable is the best approach to choose which type of bike is ideal for you. Regardless, if speed isn't your top priority,

Then you can choose from a wide variety of electric bikes and scooters for your everyday journey.

Early electric bicycle models had a short range and frequently needed to be recharged after only 30 minutes of operation. Depending on the model you choose and the rider's weight, the range of a modern e-bike can range from 15 miles to 100 miles.

This means that utilising an electric bicycle instead of a car is an option for those with low energy levels or those who live in remote locations without sidewalks or bike lanes to travel long distances.

On the other hand, the range of e-scooters is constrained. Many electric scooters have a maximum range of 15 miles before needing to be recharged. Due to the scooter's smaller battery than e-bikes, its range is constrained.

As technology advances, companies are fitting bigger batteries on e-scooters, so the range will only increase in the future. Therefore, an e-scooter can be your best option if you simply need to travel a short distance or quickly navigate a college campus. The greatest commuter vehicle is an e-bike if you want to cover greater distances.

 

  • Cost

When you buy higher-end versions, electric bikes typically cost more than electric scooters. Your financial situation and travel requirements will determine how much you are willing to spend on a personal electric vehicle.

However, not all electric bikes are more expensive than high-end electric scooters. Several thousand dollars can be spent on some speciality and electric cargo bikes, but these pricey items are the exception rather than the usual. Check our bike to work scheme & cycle to work scheme also.

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