Folding e-bikes for adults

Folding e-bikes for adults are a comfortable, compact and environmentally friendly vehicle that allows you to get around the city and any off-road with little effort. The modern equipment of cycle bikes (the function of combining an electric drive with the possibility of using pedals and a high carrying capacity) make them extremely popular among adult men and women.

Urban paved roads are better suited for bicycles with a low frame, wheels up to 20 inches in diameter and two-piston brakes (they do not overheat, they respond quickly and accurately, resulting in a short braking distance). Wide tires with a tread will not be suitable for urban conditions and will significantly add weight to the bike.

Off-road riding is best done with e-bikes with 4 '' tires and thick treadwhich gives the best grip in all weather conditions. All-wheel drive models are equipped with a motor on the front and rear wheels, so they can easily overcome off-road conditions, steep ascents and descents, and deep mud.

The original motor has its own characteristics: there is an engraving showing the serial number, model code, manufacturer's name, power and other information. Direct-drive motors help to reach speeds of about 45 km / h, have a long service life, however, they are heavy, large and with increased battery consumption.Gear motors are compact, lightweight, give excellent wheel roll when the engine is off, the disadvantage is a large torque at low rpm, as well as a speed of no more than 35 km / h.

Typical rechargeable batteries have a capacity of 48 v, which is equal to 10-11 ampere-hours of continuous operation. The range of travel depends on the battery capacity: it is recommended to have a spare battery with a small capacity when using the bike on long journeys. Lithium-ion batteries are much lighter than lead-acid ones, last 2 times longer, and are affordable. A more expensive and wear-resistant option is lithium-iron-phosphate batteries. It is charged from a regular household 220 volt socket.

The most compact and convenient option is the model with an aluminum folding frame:

• takes up little storage space;
• conveniently transported in a subway car or other public transport;
• compactly folds and fits easily into the trunk of a car;
• has a low weight.

The head tube, bottom bracket, frame and rear wheel mount must have smooth, clean welds and no defects. The presence of a front suspension fork smooths out bumps in the road, allows you to cross curbs, minimizes stress on the joints when driving a bike and reduces the load on the wearer's spine. In the event of an unexpected collision with an obstacle, the fork dampens vibrations and reduces the risk of falling forward over the handlebars.

For overweight people, it is better to take a closer look at models with disc brakes, since they work better under increased load than rim brakes. An analog bike computer with light bulbs is simpler and less informative than a gadget with an LCD display.

Before making your choice, you should decide on a suitable e-bike design. Two-wheeled bikes are versatile, for men and women. The women's electric bike has a minimum weight and a maximum low frame. Models for men are heavier and much more powerful, they often have to withstand increased weight and have a more powerful drive wheel, because when traveling, luggage will also add weight. Mini e-bikes will appeal to teenagers, especially fragile girls.

The high stability tricycle is useful for:

• shopping trips (models with baskets instead of a trunk or in addition to it);
• walks with a child (two wheels are located in front, between them a full-fledged child seat, can be transformed into a stroller);
• trips to overweight people.

Three-wheeled electric bikes withstand a total weight of 120-190 kg, engine power varies in different models from 250 w to 700 w. The design is often unisex, so 1 bike is useful for all adult family members.

For an overview of a folding bike, see below.