Electric Bikes
Electric Bikes For Every Ride
How Are You Going To Use Your eBike? Commute, trails, haul stuff, carry your kiddos, other? We have many customers and they each have a different story about why they want to add an ebike to their recreation and transportation options. Is speed important to you? For commutes across town and the desire to keep up with traffic, a 28 mph bike may be the bike for you. Keep in mind, you may see some bikes overlap categories as some can serve more than one purpose with the right accessories!
E-Bikes for Commute
Ditch the car and ride to work or school on an electric bike. Enjoy your commute as the pedal-assist technology amplifies your efforts. Save on gas and parking fees. Say goodbye to the daily search for the perfect spot.
E-Bikes for Casual Riding
Enhance your weekend ride. Electric bikes add to your pedaling efforts, allowing you to ride your favorite bike path with less effort. With an e-bike, you can keep up with your kids and friends without overexerting yourself.
E-Bikes for MTBiking & Adventure
Tackle your favorite trail with more gas left over at the end. Climb hills that were once insurmountable. Enjoy longer rides. Speed through flats. The possibilities are endless with electric mountain bikes. Available in hardtail and full suspension.
E-Bikes for Speed & Roadies
Lightweight, high performance road e-bikes are available if you want to keep up with the weekly shop ride or simply experience the joys of moving fast. Climb higher and go further with an electric road bike designed for speed.
Cargo eBikes
Cargo ebikes can be many things. They can be your car replacement, your business vehicle, your rock star hauler in the school drop off, it can be shared, and it can flex through your ownership to accommodate your needs. We have an outstanding selection of cargos in Class 1,2 & 3. Let's find the one that fits you.
eBike Terminology
eBikes are Divided Into 3 Classes:
CLASS 1: have a motor (max 750w) that assists while pedaling, up to 20 mph
CLASS 2: have throttles that don’t require pedaling in order to get a boost AIMA ebikes Trek Ponto and Globe Haul are Class 2-3
CLASS 3: or “speed pedelec,” up to a 750w motor, it can assist up to 28 mph in some cases there may also be a throttle
Pedal Assist or Throttle
With a throttle it is a twist-and-go motorcycle type experience but you can pedal or not pedal. A pedal assist is an amplification of your own pedal power and you must be pedaling for the bike to move. The pedal-assist or PAS is more closely aligned with bicycle riding experience. At Bend Electric Bikes we sell mostly pedal assist ebikes because the ride more closely aligns with a cycling experience. However, we have added AIMA to our lineup because we have been very impressed with the motor, components, and longevity of the manufacturer. We also carry Specialized's Globe Haul and Ponto by Trek that are Class 2/3 for the same reasons.
Your Price Range?
We have bikes starting at $1899 and we can usually find something to fit most price ranges. We haven't skimped on quality however. Every ebike that we offer has been vetted by us. We consider the quality of the frame and components, the balance of power and weight, comfort, ride, accessories and of course support and integrity of the manufacturer.
The Battery
Batteries range from 250 to 750 watt hours. Very simply, the more watt hours, the longer your bike will run on a full charge.
Mid-Drive or Hub Motor
The motor can be either housed on the center bottom-bracket area (mid-drive) or in the hub of one of the wheels (hub drives). Currently the top motor manufacturers are only producing mid-drives due to bikes handling better when the weight is not in one of the rotating wheels. The advantage of hub drives is the lower cost.
Motor Wattage
Not to be confused with the battery, the wattage (the ability to power up a hill) can range for 250-1000 however, keep in mind that this a voluntary rating put on motors and may not be the best way to compare an ebike's power. We strongly recommend test-riding to accurately assess its abilities before making a decision only based on a number.
eBike FAQS
eBikes generate lots of curiosity and questions. Here are some of the most popular:
Q: I enjoy pedaling. Is an electric bike for me?
A: Absolutely. Our customers overwhelmingly prefer pedaling—but at their own rate. We offer bikes of different designs and capabilities to match rider levels and most expectations.
Q: Which electric bike may be for me?
A: Let us know what your typical rides may look like and what your expectations are and we can explore which models will work for you. We recommend scheduling a test ride with one of our staff.
Q: Which bike is the best?
A: There is no bike that is universally 'the best' for every rider, ride and budget. The bikes we carry are what we have found to be the most durable and reliable and have excellent manufacturer support.
Q: Can I ride an electric bike in the snow and rain?
A: The drive systems of the quality bikes we sell are not affected by rain and snow.
Q: What is the average range on rides which include stop-and-go traffic and hills?
A: It depends on the level (and weight) of the rider and what the terrain of a typical ride may look like and we can provide a reliable estimate for you. The short answer is 15 to 30 real life miles on modest to moderate terrain riding on models with a single 9-10 Ah Li-Ion battery. If you need to ride about twice that then we recommend you purchase a dual battery model or carry a second battery.
Q: What's the life span of batteries?
A: The life span is obviously affected by numerous variables—such as battery specification, battery management system, percentage of drain per trip and wattage draw, i.e. how the bike is ridden (stop and go), by whom (weight and pedaling), where (hills, headwinds), how far, how often and charging protocol. A new generation batteries for Kinetic and the Giant Twist were introduced in 2008. There are now strong indications that these advanced Li-Ion batteries may eventually last 5 years and beyond for many riders.
Q: In such a new industry should I be concerned about products support & service?
A: Absolutely. Do make sure that your dealer or vendor provides competent and committed local service. Our own full service department was established in 2008. We are able to provide support for most ebikes and do so expertly, promptly and flexibly.
Q: What are the electric bike Laws in Oregon?
A: Electric bikes are rapidly gaining in popularity and state & local governments have put some guidelines in place. Laws and policies are changing and constantly updating. See People for Bikes resource for the e-Bike Laws in Oregon.
Q; How old do I have to be to operate an ebike in Oregon?
A: 16 years or older
Q: Where can I ride my eMTB?
A: eMTBs have access to all of the motorized trails in National Forests lands as well as those in BLM lands. See our Trail Information for maps and "Best of Oregon" rides. In addition, a local resource, Dirty Freehub has e-bike friendly gravel routes.
Additional eBike Care Resources
