“They’re for lazy people.” Heard that one before?

Electric bikes are finally getting the recognition they deserve – but somehow, the same old nonsense keeps doing the rounds. “They don’t go far,” “they’re cheating,” “they’re overpriced,” “you’ll look like a Deliveroo driver” – oh please.

Let’s shut these myths down once and for all and explain why electric bikes are smart, efficient, and nothing to be ashamed of. Time to silence the pub bores and commuter snobs.

🚫 1. “It’s Cheating.”

This one gets rolled out like a tired dad joke. Spoiler: e-bikes still need you to pedal. You’re still putting in effort – just with a bit of help. That’s not cheating. That’s efficient.

Plus, riders still burn calories, improve cardio health, and arrive at work without looking like they’ve bathed in gravy. Win-win.

🤑 2. “They’re Too Expensive.”

Let’s do the maths:

• Annual rail pass: £2,500+
  
• Monthly fuel & insurance: £150–£300
  
• E-bike: from £999 with almost no running cost
  

Oh, and don’t forget government schemes like Cycle to Work, which can save up to 47% on the price.

📏 3. “They Don’t Go Far.”

Modern e-bikes can hit 30–70 miles per charge, depending on model, terrain and weight.

That’s Basingstoke to Brighton on one battery. Just don’t forget your charger if you’re stopping for fish & chips.

🔧 4. “They’re Hard to Maintain.”

E-bikes are not overly complex. If you can fix a puncture, tighten a chain, or top up tyre pressure, you can maintain most electric bikes.

Motors are sealed. Batteries are plug-and-play. Our team services them for you if you’re ever unsure.

🎨 5. “They’re Ugly.”

This isn’t 2013. E-bikes now look sleek, modern, minimalist – many don’t even look electric. Some even make your average carbon road bike look like a 90s laptop.

🧓 6. “They’re Just for Pensioners.”

Sure, a lot of retired people love e-bikes. So do:

• Delivery riders
  
• CEOs
  
• Commuters
  
• Hikers
  
• Dads escaping BBQs
  
• Mums escaping dads
  

They’re for anyone who likes going places without a car and wants to enjoy the ride.

🌩️ 7. “They Don’t Work in the Rain.”

Rain won’t short-circuit your e-bike. These machines are weather-sealed and waterproofed to deal with the UK’s finest drizzle.

It’s your jeans that won’t survive a storm, not the bike.

“An e-bike isn’t cheating – it’s levelling up your ride.”
– Someone who got overtaken by a gran on a hill

✅ In Summary

Let’s bury these myths where they belong – in the recycling. Electric bikes are:

• ✅ Practical
  
• ✅ Efficient
  
• ✅ Affordable in the long run
  
• ✅ Fun
  
• ✅ And very, very legal (see last week 😉)
  

🔌 Try One Yourself

Still not sure? Don’t argue with myths – test ride one and see for yourself