A Comprehensive E-Bike Blog

Here at Leeds Bikes, we strive to provide the most useful e-bike advice, as well as up-to-date stories, in our mission to share our love of e-biking. Whether you’re looking for more information or you just enjoy reading about electric-powered bikes and e-bike conversion kits, you can find everything you need in our e-bike blog.

These articles are packed with information ranging from e-bike conversion kit installation guides to help you successfully get the most out of your new Leeds Bikes gear to electric bike videos that give you a more comprehensive overview of your equipment.

If you’re new to e-bikes and you’re thinking of getting one, our electric bike blog is a great place to start! Once you’ve figured out exactly what you need to get around more efficiently, make sure to shop our collection of e-bikes and electric bike kits. Contact us to learn more about the bikes or accessories that have caught your eye!

e bike kit accessories

Top 10 E-bike Accessories

E-bikes have in the past few years gained a lot of popularity as a trendy, flexible and versatile mode of transport, especially within cities. Across Europe, China and even in the USA, there is a noticeable surge in demand for e-bikes, and further growth is even expected in the coming years. With growing consumer interest,…

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electric bike pedal assist sensors ease the commute

The Benefits of a Pedal Assist Sensor

If you own an electric bike, you already know the different ways of activating the electric assist of your e-bike: hand throttle controls and pedal assist sensors (PAS). Which is better between the two ebike accessories? Of course, there’s no clear answer. It all comes down to how you plan to use your e-bike and…

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e-bike repair on converted bike

What to Carry in Your Tire Repair Kit for an E-Bike

Modern electric bikes are great for their reliability. They often last longer and can handle being ridden on tougher trails. But that doesn’t mean they are immune from a breakdown. When an emergency does happen during a ride, you don’t want to end up stuck. That’s why we at Leeds Bikes believe that it’s important…

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electric bike battery for ebike conversion systems

Our Ebike Kit Batteries Explained

Ebike batteries are one of the core components of an electric bike. Without a good battery, you’re not going to enjoy the e-biking experience. E-bike battery technology has been evolving rapidly over the last few years, so knowing what type of battery is best in terms of battery life and performance can be quite challenging….

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500 watt electric bike conversion system explained

Highlights of the 500 Series Ebike Kit

The increasing popularity of electric bikes has brought a surge of attention to ebike conversion kits, that are making it easier and cheaper to transition into the world of electric assist biking. Younger, more experienced riders are looking for high-end, mid-drive motor systems that push the ebike riding experience further with more power, reliability, speed,…

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commuting by bicycle has never been better than with an electric bike conversion kit

Get Back Into Riding with an Ebike Kit

The popularity of electric bikes is growing. People of all ages are embracing this new form of transportation and the enhanced bike riding benefits it offers. If you haven’t ridden a bike in a long time, converting a traditional bicycle with an e-bike kit is a great way to get back into the hobby. There…

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commute by bike or an ebike even in the winter

Caring For Your Ebike in the Winter

As temperatures drop and snow begins to fall, you may think it’s time to bundle up and stay indoors. Just because the seasons change that doesn’t mean you have to store your electric bike and let it collect dust until spring. With the proper care and ebike maintenance routines, you can continue riding on the…

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the guiness book of world record electric bike achievement

Electric Bike Guinness World Record: 5,100 Miles in 34 Days

Earning a spot in the Guinness World Records is an achievement that people can only dream of, but for one man, that dream came true, and it came while riding an electric bike. Now that the record has been set, it’s time to take a look at what went into setting the record and how…

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e-bike tire pressure

A Beginner’s Guide to the Perfect Electric Bike Tire Pressure

There is a huge amount of debate around how to get the ideal e-bike tire pressure. Optimum pressure varies due to a number of factors, and because of this, there are no fixed rules. Keep in mind, the same physics and factors that apply to regular bicycles also apply to electric bikes, and there are…

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electric bikes and kits on kickstarter

List and Updates for Electric Bike Conversion Kits Crowdfunding on Kickstarter

Electric bike companies have been launching product concepts on the crowdfunding site Kickstarter for several years now. Leeds was the first to launch an electric bike conversion system with a crowdfunding campaign. Since, many companies have used crowdfunding for proof of concept and to raise capital to launch new products. Let’s take a look at…

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No matter where you are in your biking journey, you can come to our e-bike blog to learn more about how your equipment works and dive deeper into developments within the community.

Whether you plan on purchasing an eco-friendly electric bicycle for your commute or a powerful battery-powered bicycle you can hit the trails with, our e-bike blog will act as the main hub that guides you step-by-step through the process of choosing and using the right bike for your needs.