You can move forward with an e-bike almost effortlessly and without emissions. But this lightness comes at a price: you can hardly find a usable Pedelec – this is the technical term for bicycles with pedal assistance up to a maximum of 25 km/h – for less than 2000 euros. So-called retrofit motors are significantly cheaper: This means that any bike can be turned into an e-bike in no time – at least that’s what the providers promise. However, industry associations, interest groups and TÜV advise caution. What should you consider if you want to upgrade your favorite bike to an e-bike?
E-bike for retrofitting – what you should know – Car & Mobile
