First, consider your budget and your desired activity. Are you looking for an electric bike for commuter purposes, recreational riding, trail riding, or all of the above? Your riding style, preferred features, and how often you plan to ride all factor in.
Cost/Features
How much is an Electric Bike? The average cost is around $2,000. Entry-level bikes average $1000, and bikes with advanced features easily cost $6000 or more. Let’s look at how features impact price:
Battery
This is the most expensive part of electric bicycles.
250-watt – 350-watt battery $1000 – $1500
400-watt – 500-watt battery $1500 – $2000
500-watt – 650-watt battery $2000 – $3000
Motor
The second most significant cost is the motor.
Entry-level Hub motor $1000 – $1500
Mid-range Mid-Drive motor $1500 – $2000
High-end Mid-Drive motor/ $2000 – $3000 with torque sensors
Frame
How much is an electric bike affected by frame construction? The materials matter. Aluminum is the most economical. Carbon fiber frames are more expensive, but they offer better performance, and if weight is a factor, they are lighter.
The last part that affects the price of an e-bike is the components. Disc brakes, pedal assist, throttle, suspension forks, shifters, and tires all impact the price of the final product.
How much is an electric bike by type?
As a leading electric bike store specializing in the top next-generation e-bikes, our experienced staff can help you determine the correct type of bike for your needs.
Commuter bikes and folding bikes average around $2000 but can range from $1000-$5000 depending on the features you choose: Under $1000 is an entry-level bike with very basic features. They usually have small batteries and small motors. They also may not be as comfortable or durable as other e-bikes in higher price ranges.
$1000-$2000 you can get a good balance of features for the price. They have a larger battery and motor and usually have a suspension fork or disc brakes.
$2000-$3000 is a higher-end bike with premium features, a powerful motor, a long-range battery, and a comfortable design.
$3000 and up gets you a top-of-the-line e-bicycle with all the latest technology. It may have dual motors and is constructed of a carbon fiber frame. Components are more advanced, like smart compatibility with your phone and GPS.
Mountain electric bikes range from $1500 and up.
$1500-$2500 gets you an entry-level basic e-bike with the smallest motor and battery, lower durability, and less comfort than higher-priced models.
$2500-$4000 offers an outstanding balance of features for the price. Better motor and battery, suspension fork, or disc brakes. A step up in comfort.
$4000-$6000 is your premium mountain bike. They have powerful motors, a long-range battery, and premium features, all packed into a comfortable design meant for performance and durability.
At Electrified, electronic bike store, we offer Jupiter and Velotric e-bikes. We have many models and styles to choose from. Our exceptional customer service and qualified technicians will review your needs and help you choose the best bike for your planned activities and budget.
We also offer a full service maintenance department and are here to answer any questions you may have about motors, batteries, components, and other features. There is a lot to consider when purchasing an electric bike. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
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