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Opinion: Never ‘modify’ your Ebike
It’s something we get asked about all the time. UK Legal Electric Bikes are restricted to assist riders’ (while pedalling only) upto no more than 15.5mph or 25kmh. Can you ‘de-restrict’ my Ebike? Yes we can but we categorically don’t and won’t for good reason. Let’s dig into the detail why I think you should.
How to clean your transmission
One of the most important things you can do on any bike is to keep your transmission clean. Cleaning your drivetrain is important for a few reasons and it’s useful to know how to clean your transmisson!
Chain Lube: A guide
Your bike is spotless. Your drivetrain is clean, dry and you are about to lube your chain. What chain lube do you use? This is a quick guide to chain lubes (short for lubricant) to help you pick the right one for your bike FAQs
E-Bike Finance: Your options
Finance is a great way to spread the cost of a bike that may be more expensive than you can afford in one go. The monthly payment is easier to budget with the flexibility to overpay or settle your account early too. Let’s take a look at your options.
How to lube a chain
Why Should I Lube My Chain? Keeping your chain clean and lubricated could triple the life of your transmission and save you £££ on replacing prematurely worn components. It will help keep your gears quiet, efficient and smooth. Chain lube prevents corrosion too.
What pedals do you need?
Pedals supplied by bike manufacturers are often functional but cheap and low quality. It’s common for pedals to be one of the first upgrades riders make so let’s take a look at the different types available and help you decide what style you need.
Electric Bike motors compared
In a busy marketplace with an array of brands offering electric bikes with a choice of motor, lets take a look at the major players, Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano, Mahle Ebikemotion and Fazua and compare what they offer.
How to setup rear suspension
Rear suspension setup is dynamic and specific to the bike and rider. A lot of factors affect it’s performance and is key to making your trail-riding fun and exciting. Here we talk about the different types of shocks available and guide you on how to setup and tune your rear suspension
New: Norco Bikes
We are pleased to announce we have added Norco Sight and Range VLT Electric Full Suspension Bikes to our site. Norco Bikes began as Northern Cycle Industries in 1964 – in a chicken coop. They’ve evolved over the years.
Meet the Team: Paul
Behind our successful website, a small team of passionate individuals are the heartbeat of eCycleDirect. We think it’s important customers know they are dealing with real people so let’s meet the team!
