Whatever bike you are about to ride, a swift check can prevent issues. Whether it's a loose chain or unfamiliar brakes, spotting problems before hitting the trail is safer than discovering them mid-ride. This applies whether you are renting a bike or if it's your own.
When dealing with e-bikes, the checklist is more extensive. You must grasp the purpose and condition of all parts, such as battery charge, throttle strength, brakes display system, and motor, before starting your journey. This is the reason behind our creation of a concise guide containing safety tips to ensure your well-being as no two e-bikes are the same.
E-Bike Safety Tips:
- Head out with a Full Battery
- Check your Brakes and Overall Bike Condition (including looking for rust, leaking fluid etc.)
- Put on a Helmet
- Follow Speed Limits
- Only Use Designated E-Bike Paths
- Choose Reflective Clothing and Use Lights
- Acquaint Yourself with Throttle vs the Brake
- Respect Fellow Bike/E-Bike Riders and Pedestrians alike
- Leave your Phone in a Safe Spot and Focus on your Ride - Not Your Phone
- Follow the Laws of the Road when Biking with Cars
- Signal Your Turns: If turning left signal so by using your left arm and point to the left. And, if turning right signal so by using your left arm creating a capital "L" shape with your hand in the sky. And,
- Remember to Have Fun and Be Safe
As electric bikes, or e-bikes, continue to revolutionize the way we commute and explore our surroundings remember to do a quick check over and plan your ride. The one day you don't - you'll wish you had.
Now, get out there and Capture that Elusive Feeling!
