Electric Bikes
A New Vehicle Category
The electric bike is an emerging new category of vehicle for those of us who enjoy pedalling.
The 'electric' bike may best be described as 'human power augmented' as in blending human and motor power. Herein lies its uniqueness, utility and exceptional riding enjoyment.
While electric bikes are ridden by cyclists of all ages and proficiency the electric bike is above all about the exceptionally enjoyable riding experience. See also The Cyclist's Electric Bike Shop.
The electric drive components are designed to be low maintenance and the rest consists of quality standard bicycle parts obtainable and serviceable 'anywhere'. This refers to the brands we sell.
The Adventure of Human Power Augmentation
Watch the new eZee commercial. Requires Quicktime (5 MB).
The law regards the 'electric-assisted' (WA state) or 'motorized bicycle' (CA state) as a non-motorized vehicle and as a bicycle. Read what Washington and California state laws stipulate. Laws in other states and local ordinances are similar. Federal law PL107-319 in the U.S. (and a corresponding in Canada) defines the electric-assisted bicycle as a non-motorized vehicle (i.e. bicycle) and places it under the jurisdiction of the Consumer Protection Commission (rather than DOT).
The Most Accomplished and Well Supported Electric Bikes on the U.S. Market
eZee offers a remarkable selection of distinct, fully equipped and comfortable models: Sprint, Cadence, Torq, Forza, Persuade, Quando and Carro. eZee bikes are furthermore for riders who appreciate smooth, exhilarating performance. As an integral part of its product development work eZee routinely enters—and so far wins—electric bike races around the world. The eZee Kinetic Technology Company is a specialized manufacturer of high end electric bikes. Our cooperation with eZee goes back to 2005.
Change in America
A patriot pedaler cruises along Harbor Avenue in West Seattle on her Giant SuedeE electric bike. Shall Change in America include electric bikes gaining popularity? Credit: Paul Joseph Brown/Seattle Post-Intelligencer
While of course best known as one of the world's top manufacturers of quality regular bicycles our electric bike co-operation with Giant Bicycle Company dates to the 90's selling the LAfree Sport and subsequently the acclaimed Lite and SuedeE. The 4th generation Giant Twist offers the superb integration that can perhaps only be be expected from Giant. Since arriving Summer '08 the Twist has sold very well with much owner acclaim.
We received our first Schwinns only in late Fall '08. The World GSE is now available for test rides in our Seattle store. We look forward to learning more about this bike. In the meantime our first hands on impression is that the World GSE looks great and offers a nice ride.
See our Electric Bike Comparison Table.
Folding Electric Bikes
The zippy and nimble eZee Quando folds quickly and crisply to 17 x 30 x 34". It weighs 41 lbs (after sliding out the lockable, quick-release battery, which takes only seconds).
Electric Trikes
Check out the eZee Carro. If you are looking for a serious trike, its specification should speak for itself.
Adaptable Power Systems a.k.a. Power Kits
You can now install the race winning eZee drive system on your own bike. The '09 BionX kits will become available in February.
Folding Bikes in the News
(mov format 29 MB)
Used Electric Bikes
While used eZees or Giant Twists rarely ever come up for sale the occasional early model Giant and the odd other brand do. See Used Electric Bikes.
Folding Non-electric Bikes
Come in and test ride a Brompton in our Seattle WA, Oceanside CA and El Segundo CA stores. You'll also find the Giant Halfway in our Seattle WA store.
Rentals
All affiliated stores are located in highly desirable bicycling environments. We rent electric, folding electric and folding 'pedal-only' bicycles from two hours to several days. Please see our rentals page for more information.
On our 10th Year Anniversary we were featured in the premier issue of Seattle Metropolitan and in The Seattle Post-Intelligencer.
Product Support, Service and Parts
Customers who buy their bikes from us may rely on promptly undertaken warranty work, service and repairs for years to come. We stock parts for the makes and models we currently sell as well as for the discontinued Giant Lite.
Warranties
Please see specific product pages.
Parts and Accessories
We offer bicycle and drive system spare parts, batteries, chargers and bicycle accessories. See our Parts page for details.
Shipping
eZee Quando and Brompton folders ship FedEx customer-direct: 'Just unpack, unfold and ride!' Full sized eZee models truck c/o a local bike shop near you to assure proper assembly.
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Twist DX
Sprint
Persuade
Quando Folder
Torq
Cadence
Forza
World GSE
eZee
BionX
Brompton Folders
Giant Halfway Folder