Manual biking can be super fun and rewarding, it's great for leisure trips and exercising alike. The issue is, it's not very practical for long rides or trips if you're not looking to work up a sweat, not to mention it's extremely tiring. This is where an electric bike or an e-bike is extremely handy. Some can travel up to 25 or even 45 km per hour, so they can get you quickly and efficiently to your destination.
It's an excellent way of keeping the aspects of biking you love, but adding speed and ease to it. They're a great emission-free form of quick transportation, and most are pretty energy efficient, so if you were looking for a new way to commute to work, this might just be it!
However, some e-bikes carry premium and state-of-the-art features, which usually come with a pretty heft price tag. Nonetheless, there are plenty of budget options out there, and in our guide, we've included a wide range of price options for the best women's electric bikes.
Just make sure you leave enough budget for some safety kit - a helmet, cycling shoes, as well as bright lights.
The best women's electric bikes 2021
The Dual Sport 2 is a superb electric bike, suited for both commutes, and leisurely bike rides, you can even take it on a couple of adventures such as on off-road tracks too! We've put it as our top choice as it's very well suited for all biking levels, whether you're a beginner or more of a seasoned professional. An added bonus is the aluminium frame, as it makes it super easy to handle as well as hop on or off. It also has a pretty great price tag as far as electric bikes go.
| Specifications | |
| Charge time | 3-5hours |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Motor | Active Line Plus |
| Brake type | Shimano Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
| Max weight capacity | 136kg |
Best electric bike for adventures
This is an overall excellent electric bike and ideal for anyone wanting to do off-road cycling. It has a very lightweight aluminium frame which means it's pretty easy to handle and use. It's also very easy to stop due to the Tektro Mechanical Disc Brakes which feature 180mm rotors. Overall the pedalling is surprisingly easy, in tougher tracks, and the Suntour XCT coil suspension with 100mm travel softens the humps and bumps in the road. It additonally comes with a 2-year warranty.
| Specifications | |
| Charge time | 6 hours |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Motor | Suntour Eco Rear Wheel Drive |
| Brake type | Cable Disc Brakes |
| Max weight capacity | 120kg |
Although it carries a pretty steep price tag, this bike is ideal for new bikers or beginners. This is due to the fact that it has an incredibly powerful Giant SyncDrive Sport motor, which makes pedalling a breeze, even in tougher tracks. The 120mm RockShox Monarch RT rear shock paired with its 27.5 inch Maxxis Rekon tyres easily cushions any bumps in the road. There's also plenty of size options to suit everyone.
| Specifications | |
| Charge time | 6 hours |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Motor | Giant SyncDrive Sport |
| Brake type | Tektro HD-M745 Orion, Hydraulic Disc |
| Max weight capacity | 120kg |
The ergonomics and geometry of this bike ensure that you can ride comfortably in it all day, making it an ideal bike to take out for a weekend away or a day trip. It boasts Tektro hydraulic disc brakes, which keep you in control throughout any downhill roads, and the acceleration is fairly smooth too! Taking only three hours to achieve a full charge, this bike is both practical and efficient.
| Specifications | |
| Charge time | 3 hours |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Motor | Fazua Mid Drive |
| Brake type | Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
| Max weight capacity | 120kg |
Another excellent all-around electric bike. This product is best suited for more treacherous roads and difficult off-road paths. It's pretty lightweight as far as bikes go, and the aluminum frame makes it very easy to hop on or off.
| Specifications | |
| Charge time | 4-6 hours |
| Number of gears | N/A |
| Motor | N/A |
| Brake type | Disc Brakes |
| Max weight capacity | 120kg |
FAQs
What is the difference between a women's electric bike and a men's electric bike?
In terms of features such as motor, breaks, or the charge time, the electric bikes will be virtually the same. The largest discrepancy is the fit and size, as women are usually smaller than men and require a smaller frame, fit, and size.
Below we have compiled a chart of what size frame bike you should buy depending on your bike.
Height : between 4ft 10 inches – 5ft 2in, Bike frame size should be between 148 – 158cm
Height : between 5ft 2 inches - 5ft 6in, Bike frame size should be between 158 – 168cm
Height : between 5ft 6 inches – 5ft 10in, Bike frame size should be between 168 – 178cm
Height : between 5ft 10 inches - 6ft 1in, Bike frame size should be between 178 – 185cm
What electric bikes are legal UK?
According to gov.uk, "You can ride an electric bike if you’re 14 or over, as long as it meets certain requirements.
"These electric bikes are known as ‘electrically assisted pedal cycles’ (EAPCs). You don't need a licence to ride one and it doesn't need to be registered, taxed or insured."
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Isabel Martins is a Commercial Content Writer for What's The Best, specialising in technology.
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