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The largest range of E-Bikes for sale in Melbourne

Between our 3 massive stores in Heidelberg, Hallam and Hoppers Crossing we have the largest range of e-bikes in Melbourne.

Below we outline the different types of e-bikes we stock and the key points.

Types of ebikes

There are many styles to choose from, including the folding electric bike.

This is perfect for commuters with limited storage space, those combining cycling with public transport or caravanning.

For those who enjoy off-road trails and rugged terrain, an electric mountain bike provides extra power and control.

And for a versatile, do-it-all e-bike, consider the hybrid ebike. It's designed for suburban bike paths and rail trails.

Whether you're after a compact solution for the city or a powerful ride for the outdoors, there’s an electric bike in Melbourne to suit your needs.

With a growing selection of reliable and efficient ebikes in Melbourne, it's easier than ever to find a model that fits your lifestyle.

Why purchase an electric bike?

Electric bikes are becoming a popular transportation option for riders of all experience levels.

They combine the benefits of traditional cycling with the added assistance of an electric motor, making it easier to ride longer distances and tackle hills with less effort.

In Melbourne, electric bikes are ideal for both daily commuting and improving general fitness, thanks to the city’s extensive bike paths and cycling infrastructure.

E-Bike Battery and Motor

Simple E-bike Tech.

We've got 2 major components on on electric bike: battery and the motor.

First, is the battery capacity.

This is measured in Wh (Watt-hour).

All else being equal (rider weight, bike weight, tyre pressure...), more Wh = more range.

Because Watt-hour is the supplied energy over time.

Then, we got torque (Nm: Newton-metre).

Think of torque as the amount of work the motor needs to do.

That's why recreational hybrid e-bikes will have a lower torque (60Nm) compared to high-performance electric mountain bikes (up to 108Nm).

Motor Position: Mid-Drive

Everyone loves a little bit of power, right?

And that’s exactly why we sell mainly mid-drive electric bikes more than hub-drives.

Mid-drives have more torque, so they can pull you and any luggage you carry (objects, dogs, humans…) up steep hills with ease.

It’s like reverse ageing 15 years. It’s awesome.

Mid-drives also have the heaviest weight in the centre of the frame and at the lowest part of the frame.

This means very natural bike handling.

Motor Position: Rear Hub

So who’s crazy enough to buy hub drives then?

Hub-drives are purchased/used in 4 areas:

  • You don’t need a huge amount of assistance.
  • Folding bikes or bikes with smaller wheels.
  • You have a strict budget.
  • You have a considerable budget.

We know points 3 and 4 are kinda opposing. Here’s the explainer:

Hub-drives either come on e-bikes built to a price or come on premium e-bikes such as Spanish brand Orbea’s Vibe and Gain models.

Premium hub-drive e-bikes get a lot of research and development fed into them. Think:

  • Lighter materials.
  • Advanced battery tech.
  • Better geometry for safer handling.
  • Custom firmware to deliver power naturally.

What sort of Electric bike are you going to buy?

To minimise mind-explosions, we’re gonna keep it simple.

You’ll find yourself in one of these 4 buckets:

Electric Hybrid Bikes

Think cross-between road and mountain.

These little machines can do almost everything.

The Warburton trail, suburbia, commutes into work, general fitness, leaving your friends eating your bike dust…

Now, hybrid electric bikes come with or without front suspension.

It just depends on what terrain you wanna ride and (more importantly) how you wanna be positioned.

If you want comfort then you’ll probably want an electric hybrid with suspension.

Why for?

The suspension raises the front end up (a lot).

Hence more relaxed posture. Hence, less strain on upper back/neck/shoulders. Hence, you ride longer with less fatigue.

Plus, it’ll smooth out any dirt or gravel paths.

But:

If you don’t mind being in a sporty riding position and only 10-20% of your paths are going to be unsealed, without suspension will be absolutely fine.

Hybrid E-Bikes

E-MTB: Electric Mountain Bikes

Electric mountain bikes can be separated into 2 categories:

  • Lightweight
  • Full Power

Lightweight E-MTB's are a new breed.

And in many ways these bikes are at the pointy-end of technology.

They are an excellent fit for riders who want a natural-handling mountain bike.

Full-powered E-MTBs are great for new riders with low mountain-bike conditioning/fitness or if you're wanting the most range.

Electric Mountain

Electric Road Bikes

You should consider an electric road bike if:

  • You're not cycling fit and you want to get back into the sport.
  • You'll be using this as a recovery tool after hard rides.
  • You commute and your prefer a road bike.
  • You ride in hilly or mountainous areas.

There's one brand that does E-Road better than the rest.

Orbea designed the Gain to deliver the best electric road riding experience.

Follow the button for more information.

Electric Road

Folding Electric Bikes

Folding electric bikes combine the convenience of compact storage with the power of an e-bike motor. It makes them a smart choice for city commuters, apartment dwellers, and travellers.

These bikes fold down quickly for easy carrying on public transport or storing in tight spaces.

Despite their small size, modern folding e-bikes deliver impressive range and motor assistance for tackling hills and longer rides.

Whether you’re navigating busy streets or looking for a portable option to take on holidays. A folding electric bike is a practical, versatile solution for everyday urban mobility.

Folding Electric Bikes
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