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The rising cost of fuel across the globe has been a cause of concern with motorists wondering what to do next and how to cushion themselves from the increase in fuel costs. Glovers are also feeling the pinch as 96% of glovers are using fuel motorbikes.
What next? Electric Motorbikes maybe?
Electric motorbikes are bikes that use electric charge as opposed to fuel due to the use of an electric motor and battery.
This is quickly becoming an option around the world as most countries seek to eliminate fuel use by 2040. As the years go by we are seeing more improvements in this particular sector with electric bikes becoming faster, lighter and more intelligent especially with the incorporation of AI.
What are the advantages of the electric bike compared to fuel motorbikes?
The electric motorbikes are quite advantageous compared to the fuel bikes:
- Less maintenance; The electric does not have oil, spark plugs, air filters or timing belts therefore the users spend less time and money maintaining the bikes.
- Instant torque and power; The electric motorbike has instant torque thus they are able to power and accelerate very fast.
- Cost effective; The maintenance costs and also electric charging as opposed to buying of fuel is more pocket friendly compared to continuous fuel buying and paying for oil changes.
- Light weight; The electric bike is light in weight because it has less parts (engine) compared to the fuel powered bike.
- Quiet ride; The electric bike is not as noisy as the fuel bikes this means you can hear the notifications coming in on the Glover app even when you are on the road. However the bikes can be custom-made into noisier versions for those who love to hear the engine’s throttle.
- Eco-friendly; The electric bike is very eco-friendly as it assists in minimizing the carbon footprint and therefore the harm to the environment is minimized.
What say you, is the electric bike something you are interested in?
