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E-bike or bicycle – which is better?
23.04.2025 | Simon GantnerExercising 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.
E-bike or bicycle – which is better?
E-bikes remain popular
Whether for commuting to work, for sporting adventures or leisurely excursions in nature – bicycles are still very popular. And e-bikes in particular are continuing to gain in popularity. According to velosuisse, the association of Swiss bicycle suppliers, almost every second new bicycle sold in Switzerland in 2024 was an e-bike. The increase in e-road bikes (+27%) and e-cargo bikes (+23.7%) was particularly noteworthy. With a total of 152,000 e-bikes sold, a few things are becoming apparent: the trend towards electrically powered bicycles has long since become more than just hype. E-bikes are here to stay. There are already 1.4 million e-bikes being ridden on Swiss roads.
Whether powered electrically or exclusively by muscle power: both types have their advantages.
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.
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.
