Buying an e-bicycle in 2025?

Which e-bicycle to buy?
For many, buying an e-bicycle is comparable to buying a car. This is not surprising, because the purchase price is not small and the range is large. First of all, you have to ask yourself: what do I want, or what do I need? There are hundreds of different types of e-bicycles for sale, how do I find my ideal e-bicycle? If you walk into an “e-bicycle shop”, there is a good chance that you will come home with an e-bicycle that is not necessarily the ideal e-bicycle for you, but the e-bicycle that the seller wanted to sell. 

Determine for yourself what you want to spend, or if the purchase price does not matter to you, do you opt for comfort, appearance, or the latest e-bicycle trends? If this is clear, what should you pay attention to when buying an e-bicycle?

Pay attention to this when buying an e-bicycle

• The location and power of the engine

• The battery

• The frame

• The gears

• The finish

• Service and warranty

The location and power of the engine
An e-bicycle has the engine in the front wheel, rear wheel or in the middle. The first e-bicycles mainly had the engine in the front wheel. At the moment, these are the cheaper models. The engine in the rear wheel is popular because the e-bicycle (depending on the design) can look like a normal bicycle. The engine in the middle is the most popular. This is because it is technically the ideal location. After all, the center of gravity is in the middle. And then the engines also differ in power and technology. At the moment, a lot of power is very popular, but this obviously differs per person.

The battery
The battery is often the most expensive or one of the most expensive elements of the electric bike. So you can save money by choosing a smaller battery, but keep in mind that the battery wears out over time. This may mean that the battery gave you sufficient range when you bought it (how far you can cycle until the battery is empty), but falls short after a certain time. Also keep in mind that if you buy an e-bicycle with a powerful motor, it will also demand more from your battery! In addition to the capacity, the location of the battery is another option. Previously, most e-bicycles were equipped with a battery on the luggage carrier, but now almost all modern e-bicycles are equipped with a battery in the frame.

The frame
The core of the electric bike, just like a regular bike, is still the frame. People differ in build, posture, preference and taste. So when buying an e-bicycle, pay attention to whether you can get an ideal sitting position. Your ideal sitting position is determined by the build and size of the frame, the adjustment of the handlebars and the saddle. With most e-bicycles, the handlebars and saddle can be adjusted horizontally and vertically. Not only your ideal sitting position, but also the type of saddle, a suspension seat post and suspension fork contribute to a comfortable ride.

The gears
When buying an e-bicycle, you can choose from a range of options when it comes to gears. You can choose from traditional self-shifting, semi-automatic or let the e-bicycle shift fully automatically for you. There are a number of options between the “normal” shifting, such as gradual or stepless shifting. When buying an e-bicycle, it is important to experience this yourself.

The finish
When buying an electric bike, you will be faced with even more choices. The e-bicycle you want to buy can be equipped with a chain or a belt. The latter is extremely popular because it not only lasts longer, but also because the e-bicycle with belt does not require any maintenance. For many, it is also about appearance. An electric bike with a modern frame and belt looks sleek. In addition to the belt or chain, brakes are an important part. There are electric bicycles with rim brakes, disc brakes or roller brakes. Some brake systems also have the option of being controlled hydraulically. For example, e-bicycles with hydraulic disc brakes offer a solution when you have less strength in your hands, but still want to be able to brake very powerfully and in a controlled manner.

Service and warranty
A final point to look at is the service and warranty you get when buying an e-bicycle. You are going to make a fairly large purchase, so it is advisable to know what the service and warranty is that the seller provides. Before you buy an electric bike, research in advance what the experiences are of the company where you want to buy the e-bicycle.

Where to buy an e-bicycle?
You can buy an e-bicycle from the electric bike shop around the corner, or you can research the internet and find an e-bicycle that you like before trying it out. Whatever you do, make sure you always make the choice that suits you best and not the seller. When you buy an e-bicycle “online”, check the service and warranty conditions carefully.

Our top three electric bikes
It can be quite overwhelming to buy an e-bicycle when there are so many different models available. At e-bikez, we have been searching the market for fourteen years for what we consider to be the best e-bicycles. We only include an e-bicycle in our range if it meets our expectations. Here we give you a top three of electric bikes that we consider to be the best e-bicycles for 2025. Of course, it is essential that you look at your personal wishes. At e-bikez, we respect this personal wish above all else.

#1 Juno

#2 Triton Hypershift

#3 Maleo