How Does Pedal Bike with Motor Work?

Without getting too technical, e-bikes are essentially bikes with a motor. Depending on the model, the battery pack or packs can be removed to lighten the load. And if you want to leave them in place, you can simply turn off the motor whenever you want. The choice is 100% yours. Riding without the motor is a great way to fit some exercise into your day, like riding home from work if you don’t manage to get to the gym. Generally, it’s best to ride on flat and smooth surfaces.

Do keep in mind that when the battery dies and if we happen to have forgotten to charge it before leaving the house, the e-bike will feel slightly heavier when you pedal manually. But if you’re already used to handling a little resistance when training with stationary bikes at home or at the gym, riding an e-bike without its motor will be a piece of cake!

So, what makes an e-bike physically different to a normal bike? In short: the motor, the battery, and the controller. The controller can be attached to either the stem or somewhere on the bike frame that’s easy to access for the rider. The battery pack is usually close to the motor, and the motor is connected to the back wheel and the pedals – like with Voya E+. Essentially, the controller tells the motor what the rider wants, and the motor draws power from the battery to boost the back wheel to make it easier for the rider to pedal. These three components are designed into the bike in a way that the e-bike actually looks like a normal bike from afar, only they’re waaay more powerful.

As a general rule of thumb, the higher the number of Watts (W), Newton-meters (Nm) and Watt-hours (Wh), the faster and further we can go. Up to a certain limit of course! There are different regulations per country or even cities, so we do recommend speaking with the local sales team or checking with your local city council for more guidance.

We’ve put together a beginner’s guide to help you pick the best e-bike for you.