Technology has taken place worldwide, transforming
everything from analog to digital. E-bike use is one of the most significant
transformations we’ve experienced in this country. Many Kenyans who use
two-wheelers to make a living or travel in large cities can now do so at
affordable prices because of the movement concept pioneered by e-bike.
An electric bike is a regular bicycle with a motor that
boosts it, sometimes called pedal assistance. Although electric bikes are not
new, they have become increasingly common in the past ten years due to
technological advances and increased customer acceptance of practical.
Advantages of an ebike
Fast riding
An ebike will let you ride more quickly, it doesn’t matter
how fit you are. That results from faster speed and smoother uphill riding. As
long as you have a better sense of the road regulations, you will have no
difficulties moving from place to place.
Easy to use
From a complete stop, the e-bike's motor will assist you in
gaining speed by stepping in to help you accelerate more quickly and
efficiently. Maintaining traffic flow at intersections and stoplights is more
straightforward and less stressful. It is also easier for people with
disabilities and the old to ride on.
No straining of muscles
An additional helping hand means reduced stress on your
joints and muscles. The bike will support you the most during accelerations and
slopes when the most effort is required. You should therefore need less
recuperation time and will be more rested for your next ride.
Less expensive
You'll save money using an electric bike rather than a car.
Most countries charge high prices for gasoline and diesel, and sporadic price
increases can significantly impact your finances. In contrast, you may purchase
inexpensive batteries for e-bikes that can enable you to travel 18 to 50 miles
after a full battery.
Lack of a bike-friendly infrastructure and interventions
government can do
Most cities have set aside a disproportionate amount of
street space devoted to cars leaving a small space for bikers. Also, there is
increased bike theft due to a lack of safe bike parking slots. However, the
government can intervene and bring a solution to such problems.
For instance, wider bike lanes will effectively encourage
cycling and safety improvement than cycling on crowdy thin routes. Also, the
government should set aside safe parking slots for bike riders to minimize
theft. Additionally, encourage companies to seek or provide bike parking on
their property.
Moreover, traffic lights play a significant role for all
bike riders; thus, the government should ensure that the light signaling
prioritizes cyclists mainly during rainy seasons.
With all the advantages that E-bikes offer, African cities
need to adopt relevant policies, security, and infrastructure to encourage the
use of bicycles that would reduce carbon emissions,contribute to decongesting
cities and reducing traffic.