Lightweight electric bikes offer a highly nimble way to get around town. Built to be easier to carry and transport than a standard E-bike, lightweight E-bikes are ideal for casual journeys or performance riding alike.
With a lightweight E-bike, you can customise your ride to pedal manually throughout your journey, or power the bike using the motor. So whether you want to be able to keep fit and active or need assistance on longer journeys or when climbing hills, lightweight E-bikes can do it all. Rapid Scooter Master is a leading stockist of the top E-bike brands available in the UK. Discover our full E-bike range on our website, or pop down to see us at our London electric bike showroom. Order your E-bike on our website and get FREE express delivery anywhere in the UK.
Speed
15.5 MPH
Battery
10Ah
Range
62 MILES
Motor
250W
Speed
15.5 MPH
Battery
10Ah
Range
62 MILES
Motor
250W
We are conveniently located near central London on the Kilburn High Road. We hold a variety of our stock on display and provide repair and service for any Model, Brand and Type of Electric Scooter and Bike
Do you have a question about buying a lightweight E-bike from our London electric bike store?
We’ve answered some of the top queries below. But if you’d like further assistance, we’re here to help.
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Few people consider the weight of an E-bike. But if you’ll need to lift or carry your electric bike at any point, it’s essential you find it comfortable to do so.
Beyond being easier to lift, lighter E-bikes can boast other benefits such as being easier to pedal when the motor isn’t in use. Plus improved battery efficiency.
If you’re considering your first E-bike purchase, you might also find a lightweight model less intimidating to get to grips with.
Lightweight E-bikes are designed to feel more like a regular bike in that they are easier to lift, transport and store. For casual riders, or those in search of a more slimline model for performance riding (i.e. carbon fibre electric bikes), lightweight E-bikes are ideal.
However, a heavier E-bike would be better suited for covering long distances including over more rugged terrain. Due to their larger tyres, plus enhanced frame durability, heavy E-bikes are mostly used to provide motorised power rather than for manual riding.
If you are unsure what type of E-bike to choose, we’d be more than happy to provide you with tailored advice.
At Rapid Scooter Master, we stock E-bikes capable of travelling up to 35 MPH.
But, if you’re after a slower electric bike, we have plenty of options there too.
Everyone has different ideas as to what they class to be ‘lightweight’. So what we recommend is viewing your chosen lightweight E-bike and looking at the top speed on the product listing.
You can also view our E-bikes based on their top speeds by filtering out the results.
Yes! We can’t speak for every E-bike stockist out there, but here at Rapid Scooter Master, we handpick all of our electric bike models to ensure quality and overall performance.
On the whole, lightweight E-bikes made from either aluminium or carbon fibre offer great durability for everyday use.
But, if you are in search of an E-bike that can handle more challenging terrains or conditions, you might want to look outside our lightweight electric bike category. For instance, something such as a dirt bike.
Of course! Being able to manually ride an E-bike is a huge part of their appeal, especially if you also want to get some exercise in.
As electric bike experts here at Rapid Scooter Master, there are also a few tips we can share.
For instance, if you plan on riding without the motor often, we recommend opting for an E-bike which has a removable battery.
Likewise, look out for models which have gearing options. Even when the motor is not in use, gears enable you to tailor the ride experience, especially when tackling inclines.
Forgive the upcoming pun, but the world of E-bikes is very fast moving! As a result, what happens to be the ‘best E-bike’ is subject to frequent change as the technology continues to improve.
What we can tell you is the brands we stock on our website including ENGWE, Himiway, Hidoes and Vitilan offer something to suit every E-bike rider.
We recommend taking the time to compare E-bikes on our website to help find the best model to suit your needs.
Absolutely! While electric bikes are also suitable for younger riders, in recent years they have become increasingly popular with senior citizens too.
That’s because there are many distinct benefits that an electric bike can offer someone who is getting older compared with opting for a traditional pedal cycle. For instance, features such as assisted pedalling can reduce strain on the body, especially around joints such as the knees.
It’s still possible to get in some cardio with an electric bike, but at a level that feels comfortable for you based on your general fitness levels. Should you need any help along your route, an electric bike can provide that extra bit of power to keep the ride enjoyable.
Compared with sitting at home in front of the TV, an electric bike can also encourage you to get into the great outdoors more. Overall, this can be beneficial for both your mental and physical wellbeing.
Top tip: You can also customise your electric bike with accessories, including handy areas to store your shopping depending on the model you choose!
At Rapid Scooter Master, you’ll find a wide selection of both carbon fibre and aluminium E-bikes for sale on our website and at our Kilburn store.
In short, both materials offer lots of advantages. But similar to purchasing one of our E-scooters, it really comes down to what you are looking for in an electric bike to be able to make the best choice for you personally.
Built for performance riding including tackling inclines, our carbon fibre E-bikes are lighter than aluminium E-bikes. A great example here is the ENGWE MapFour N1 Pro Electric Bike. Carbon fibre E-bikes can also provide a smoother ride overall and have an incredibly sleek appearance. But, due to being a higher grade material, carbon fibre electric bikes are more expensive compared with aluminium. While built to be durable, carbon fibre is not designed to withstand heavy impact. Also, repairing carbon fibre electric bikes can be more challenging.
Aluminium electric bikes can still offer some excellent lightweight choices. Due to being less expensive than carbon fibre E-bikes, they also remain very popular among our customers.
Aluminium can offer slightly better durability in terms of the general dents and dings that all bikes are subjected to over time. For daily riders where competitive performance isn’t a priority, aluminium electric bikes can tick all your boxes.
Still need help deciding? Please get in touch with us and we’ll be right with you!
