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Did you know that the sales of electric bikes in the United States always increasing? The reasons behind this popularity are electric bicycles are comfortable, easy to ride, much faster, an ideal alternative to commute by vehicle, improved fitness, and many more than regular bikes.
With these in mind, when it comes to purchasing an e-bike, one more thing that comes to the mind of the buyer is the e-bikes’ extra weight. As we all know, electric bikes are packed with motors and batteries, which make them heavier than conventional bikes.
However, that’s the reason while buying e-bikes most people wonder if e-bike weight is important, or how much does a good e-bike weigh? Well, the actual weight varies based on the type, material, battery, electric motor, and other components. But a standard e-Bike weighs between 38-70 pounds (17-32 kg).
Nevertheless, there’s much more to electric bikes’ weight, which we’ll discuss in this article.
If this concerns an ordinary bike, then normally, the lighter, the better. Of course, being lighter implies better handling and ease of use and movability. But e-bikes are different, especially with the way they are built. The battery and the electric motor of electric bikes make them heavier compared to ordinary bikes. That e-bike’s extra weight means it will be much easier to pedal and to maintain higher speed as long as the motor keeps on assisting you. Thus, reducing the weight will compromise the motor and battery’s size and capacity. Less weight might mean less distance traveled.
An important factor to consider is how you plan to use the e-bike. If you are using it for commutes in the city, a light weight e-bike makes sense and likely the need for a powerful motor and large capacity battery is not so important, but if you're planning on longer distance riding a larger battery will be needed. The battery is what determines how far you can travel on motor power.
Heavier e-bikes are usually those that need to house a powerful motor. Powerful motors are not only bigger and heavier, they put out so much torque (up to 170Nm of torque), that kind of pressure could actually flex the frame of a lightweight bike. So bigger and bulkier frames with a big powerful motor will land in the range of 70-80lbs but if you plan to go offroad (hunting for example), that's the e-bike that will get the job done.
Fortunately, several brands are using advanced technology to make electric bikes that weigh less. These bikes come in small sizes with sturdy but lighter frames to ensure proper safety as well as comfort while carrying. With lighter frame materials, foldable design, and improved battery design, you will find an electric mini bike that comes in only 18 kilograms in weight (40 lbs.).
So choosing based on your needs is vital. Of course, having a background on the different e-bike types and how much do e-bikes weigh is necessary to help you know which one fits you. With this, below is a list of the different types of e-bikes and their corresponding estimated weights.
The type of electric bike defines its use that likewise influences how much the e-bike weighs. For example, if you wish to cycle as fast as possible, you’ll need a lighter bike, thus, a road bike would be best. But, if you want to handle tougher courses, mid drive, or go on hunting, mountain bikes are needed which are heavier due to its wider wheels.
Folding electric bikes are designed to be able to be stored more easily. They are meant to be able to be taken on trips or on commutes without getting in the way.
There are a number of different types of folding electric bikes including mini-folding bikes that are meant to be as small as possible, folding mountain bikes and folding fat tire bikes.
Mini-Folding electric bikes typically weigh between 30 to 40 pounds
Folding electric mountain bikes weigh between 40 and 70 pounds.
Folding fat tire electric bikes weigh around 50 pounds
Below is our Merry Gold folding e-bike--MG03, the weight is about 50.17 pounds
These types of electric bikes are also known as hybrid electric bikes since they have the handlebars of a mountain bike but they have the wheels of a road bike. They are designed to be used commuting to work in a comfortable way. To allow for the bike to be able to travel further distances they come with larger batteries which causes them to weigh more.
Electric commuter bikes weigh between 50 and 70 pounds
These types of electric bikes are designed to be cycled as quickly as possible. They have very thin wheels a thin frame and have handlebars that are curved forwards. These types of electric bikes also range the most in terms of their price.
Electric racing bikes typically weigh around 40 pounds
Electric mountain bikes are probably the most common type of electric bike and are designed to be used off-road but are also more than capable on the road as well. They come with suspension designed to reduce the impact of bumps and can come with up to 750W of power output.
Electric mountain bikes will normally weigh between 40-70 pounds but are usually closer to 70
Below is our Merry Gold mountain ebike --Paladin, the weight is about 55.12 pounds
These types of electric bikes are designed to be cycled in an upright position, have big soft seats and have wide handlebars. They are meant to be used in a more relaxed style than some of the other bikes and are meant more for leisurely use.
Cruiser electric bikes weigh around 70 pounds
Below is our Merry Gold cruise ebike --Beach Cruiser-F, the weight is about 61.73 pounds
Fat tire bikes are meant to be used off-road on terrain that normally wouldn’t be able to be cycled on like sand or snow. The type of electric bike that you will most commonly find these types of tires on are mountain bikes.
Fat tire mountain bikes will normally weigh between 50-70 pounds
Below is our Merry Gold fat tire ebike --Hummer, the weight is about 72.75 pounds
These types of electric bikes are similar to cruiser electric bikes but they have handlebars that extend backward instead of to the side they also normally have a step-through frame.
Comfort electric bikes weigh between 50 and 70 pounds
Here is a table that will help you to compare the weight of different types of e-bikes at a glance.
type of the e-Bike – Average weight | ||
Type | Weight (pounds) | Weight (KG) |
Commuting | 50 – 70 pounds | 22.5-32 kg |
Road | 40 pounds | 18 kg |
Mountain | 40 – 70 Pounds | 18-32 kg |
Cruising E-Bike | 70 Pounds | 70 Pounds |
Fat Tire E-Bike | 50 – 70 Pounds | 22.5-32 kg |
Folding E-Bike | 30 – 40 Pounds | 13.5-18 kg |
Comfort E-Bike | 50 – 70 Pounds | 22.5-32 kg |
If you will be using the bike to commute long distances with then be aware that the power offered by the motor will make the bike easier to pedal despite the extra weight that it comes with. But, if you know that you will be needing to carry the bike up flights of stairs then it could be an issue. If you’re considering getting an electric bike but are hesitant due to the extra weight that they come with then you should consider how you will be using the bike.
Before answer this question, you have to think about how you’re going to use your e-bike. If you need to carry your e-bike with you into your office or on public transportation weight matters. No one wants to carry a 65 lbs. bike around.
If you need to commute a long-distance weight may not matter so much. Range and speed will be much more important. You use larger motors and batteries which add weight. The more weight you and your bike have, the more energy the bike and you need to use to move it. The heavier things get, the more battery capacity is needed to go the same distance. It gets worse going up hills where more energy is used. Fortunately, you can double the capacity of your batteries for only a few pounds of added batteries.
If you want to use your e-bike for mountain bike trail riding than weight placement matters a lot. A big motor hanging on your rear wheel or battery on a rack over the rear wheel will affect the bikes handling. Your bike will not feel balanced during technical riding. In these cases it is better to keep the extra e-bike weight near the center of the bike.
The below video shows the effect or riding a lightweight vs heavyweight bike. The effect is the same for an e-bike. The only difference is you the bikes motor is providing some of the power instead of the rider. More energy will be used going up hills on a heavier bike and with a heavier rider.
Although e-bikes come with a variety of advantages and flexibility, most of the time its weight becomes a major concern. When we decide on purchasing an e-bike, it’s crucial to know the weight capacity. The reason behind this is, it can affect the performance and safety of your bike.
So, you need to be clear about the purpose of your purchase. Determine the route, how long and how fast you require to travel and then decide the weight. If you have to commute long distances with faster speed, some additional e-bike weight will be beneficial for you. Conversely, if you have to haul several stairs regularly with an e-bike, and you need a bike for short distances, simply go for the lightweight ones, as the heavier ones won’t be suitable.
Hopefully, with the help of this article, it will be much easier for you.
