Though pedal-assisted bikes are proving a popular choice among commuters, some riders may prefer to add pedal assist to a regular bike when it's needed and doing without when it's not. That's where ...

The idea seems sound enough: instead of buying an ebike, why not just take your regular bike and add the bits you need to make it electric? You get the benefits of an ebike, your regular bike gets a ...

The devastated sister has recalled how her life changed forever after receiving a 'frantic' call from a friend ...

Riding a bicycle is something most of us know how to do. Many of us ride bikes for leisure, but a fair number of people, especially in urban areas, rely on bicycles for transportation. With people ...

We’ve talked about a number of e-bike conversion kits recently, and it’s clear to see why these kits are a sensible gateway drug into the wonderful world of e-bikes, especially for those not yet ...

Back in June 2022, we talked about the interesting Skarper e-bike conversion kit. The unique setup of the Skarper kit makes use of a two-in-one rotor that not only acts as the bike’s rear brake, but ...

The best electric bikes are fantastic at providing that extra boost up hills or on difficult terrain. They’re also ideal for people who are physically limited and therefore not able to ride a ...

Folks, over the past few months, I've been testing the Swytch e-bike conversion kit, and may I say, there is absolutely no need to spend thousands of dollars on a new e-bike to enjoy the magic of ...

Skarper has launched its much-anticipated e-bike conversion kit that utilizes the bike’s rear disc brake. The innovatively designed conversion kit was first introduced in 2022 with production expected ...

The new kit looks better and is smaller and lighter. (Photos: Josh Ross) Of all the reviews I’ve shared here on BikePortland, none have sparked as big of a response as the Swytch electric bike ...

Crowdfunding has provided a launchpad for countless manufacturing businesses. By now, most of us know the routine. A company offers a product through a crowdfunding site, takes payment from interested ...

The OneMotor Shareroller system can mount to the front wheel or the back, which is how I attached it to my bicycle. Ebikes aren’t cheap, and many riders are more than happy with their current bike, ...