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Basis Integrated E-Bikes - Changing The Game!

Basis Integrated E-Bikes - Changing The Game!

Basis is an E-Bikes Direct exclusive brand covering both electric and traditional corners of cycling. It’s coming up to a year since the first Basis bike debuted and since then we’ve seen bikes increase in popularity and recognition – we’re not sure if it’s the built quality, versatility of the target audience, or the amazing value for money, with components usually only seen on £1000+ E-Bikes… The proof is in the pudding.

National Cycle To Work Day at E-Bikes Direct

National Cycle To Work Day at E-Bikes Direct

Thursday 8th August brings National Cycle to Work Day in the UK. Here at E-Bikes Direct we work with multiple schemes who work together with your employer to provide YOU with a tax free bicycle while spreading the cost monthly - making it easy for anyone to get on 2 wheels, get fit, save the planet and (maybe) even get to work on time!

FreeGo Spare Parts? We Have You Covered!

FreeGo Spare Parts? We Have You Covered!

As some may know the European Union has imposed hefty tariffs on Chinese e-bike makers. In some cases the duty on bikes is close to 80%. This has already had a big impact with the UK e-bike brand FreeGo going into liquidation in January. For FreeGo customers that might be a worry in terms of sourcing replacement parts and advice from the experts... Fear not! E-Bikes Direct have you covered.

A very Juicy e-Bike!

A very Juicy e-Bike!

Juicy by name, Juicy by nature. The British electric bike company based in the southern Peak District, not far from Stoke on Trent! Another great, pure British brand of e-Bikes that should really appeal to people who dont want to empty the entirety of their bank balance into a German CEO’s wallet, someone who instead wants to support British industry!

Electric Bikes for sale...

Electric Bikes for sale...

New to e-bikes? Want to spend a little less initially to see how you get on, and perhaps more when convinced of using one? Perhaps you’re the sort who never pays the ticket price and always likes to squeeze people like us for a good deal? These and many other reasons are why you are after an electric bike for sale.

How to ride an E-Bike as opposed to a traditional.

How to ride an E-Bike as opposed to a traditional.

Having parted with a decent sum of cash on an electric bike, you will soon find that riding one is very different to a traditional bicycle. Here we will discuss how to ride an electric bike to maximise its effectiveness on the road or trail.

E-Bikes Direct Stock Westhill Electric Bikes

E-Bikes Direct Stock Westhill Electric Bikes

Westhill are an upstart UK electric bike company that we at E-Bikes Direct are proud to support. Check out what's what, and what all the fuss is about.

Electric Bikes - How exactly do they work?

Electric Bikes - How exactly do they work?

Electric bikes in the EU and UK are pedal bikes with power assist motors that give you assistance as you pedal. They differ from electric motorbikes as you are the primary source of power. Reading this article on how an electric bike works, you should get an idea of how to use it.

MERIDA a high quality and beautiful ride

MERIDA a high quality and beautiful ride

There is a city called Merida in Yucatan, Mexico. Wrong Merida I’m afraid - this is a Taiwanese company whose three syllables - Me, Ri, and Da roughly show in Hoklo Chinese, “beautiful and high-quality products enabling anyone to reach her or his destination as pleasantly as possible.”

Electric Bikes - Which is best for you?

Electric Bikes - Which is best for you?

Who you are may dictate which electric bike to choose...The majority of our customers are older people who want an e-bike to get fitter, get about town, and perhaps go riding with younger members of their family. Many of them use them instead of their cars. Whatever your reasoning for wanting an e-Bike or what you plan on using it for, we have you covered.


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