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Five good reasons for bicycles and e-bikes
02.04.2020 | Sandra BiraghiExercising in the fresh air does you good – everyone who likes cycling agrees on that. There are several good reasons for bikes both with or without an electric drive, as well as differences in terms of the right insurance for bikes. An overview.
Five good reasons for bicycles and e-bikes
Movement on the bicycle market
Perhaps you just want to make progress quickly, are looking for a sporting challenge or want to protect the environment on your way to work or on a Sunday excursion. Cycling is popular. Demand for e-bikes in particular is growing comparatively quickly. According to velosuisse, the association of Swiss bicycle and bicycle parts suppliers, the sales ratio between bicycles and e-bikes in Switzerland is now 55% to 45%. It is thus expected that soon every second bicycle sold will be an e-bike, states the Report on new sales in 2022 dated March 2023.
E-bike as an alternative for everyday
Compared with the previous year, demand on the bicycle market has declined for the second year in a row – entirely at the expense of muscle-powered two-wheelers. The run on fully equipped e-city bikes, with a bag rack and mudguard, is noticeable. According to velosuisse, people still enjoy riding bicycles in their free time. But the association is also noticing that e-bikes are being increasingly used as a practical, environmentally friendly and health-promoting mode of transport.
Five good reasons for buying an e-bike
- With just a little energy you make fast progress, cover large distances and steep inclines without any major exertion.
- Anyone who uses an e-bike as an alternative to a car or public transport is also protecting the environment.
- And people with a lower level of physical fitness can undertake cycling tours.
- Used as an alternative to a car or public transport, you certainly get more exercise.
- Riding an e-bike is also sport. You can choose the level of intensity by regulating the pedal assistance.
Five good reasons for buying a conventional bicycle
- Conventional bicycles are ready to ride straight away.
- The bicycle is relatively lightweight – an advantage if you have to carry it.
- Purchase prices vary but starting prices are lower than for e-bikes.
- You can plan your trip regardless of charging stations.
- Cycling is an excellent form of exercise: a bike ride is a good whole-body workout.
