Have you ever tried riding an e-bike?
The world today has grown into different spaces bringing so much more than one could ever imagine through technology. Amazing how the telephones evolved with those old telephone wires to a touch screen Android phone we have now. This is similarly true to the bikes nowadays. In the past, bikes have been roughly difficult because of the balancing one has to do in order to get it to drive. Once the balance is on, it still will not be a walk in the park considering that you need to toughen up those thighs to get through peddling for hours.
So how do these e-bikes run?
These e-bikes run with e-bikes batteries. These are considered rechargeable batteries that can go on for about 8 to 12 hours depending on the brand and the kind of battery one has for the e-bike.
The kinds of e-bike batteries
Like a motor vehicle, these e-bikes also have different kinds of batteries. Some of these are the following:
- Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries
- Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries
- Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) Batteries
- Lead-Acid Batteries
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Batteries
These batteries are the most common because these are the most cost-effective and the easiest to find. The best thing about these batteries is their high density. This means that their life span are better than other batteries. They also charge faster than the other kinds. The downside is, the cost of this kind of battery is higher compared to the others.
Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries
The nickel-metal hydride is the kind of battery that is durable. It can withstand any weather and can really live up to one’s expectations. It is also cost-efficient too. The downside is, this kind is bulkier and heavier and has higher toxicity.
Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd) Batteries
This kind of battery is rarely used in e-bike today because among all the kinds, this kind has the highest toxicity. Though it can perform in a wide range of temperatures, it still is not a guarantee that you will not have problems with it. The best part of this kind is among all the kinds, this has the cheapest price.
Lead-Acid Batteries
Lastly, we have the lead-acid kind of battery. This kind is the heaviest and the bulkiest among all the kinds. It is reliable and robust and definitely very easy to recycle. It has long charging times but it will definitely not leave you hanging because its duration without charge can reach up to 16 to 20 hours.