Interested in just where e-bikes might be heading as we head towards 2021? We take a look at five e-bike trends set to accelerate over the coming months and years.

Lighter, More Responsive and More Automated Motors

There have been plenty of new motor releases and upgrades in 2020. The power increase and weight reduction war between the big four mid-drive motor manufacturers (Bosch, Brose, Shimano and Yamaha) continued in 2020 with the release of Shimano’s headline-grabbing EP8 as exemplified by the Orbea Rise with the EP8 especially tuned for a ‘more natural and sportier’ ride as the ‘RS’ version...

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In this week's eBike news roundup:

• Serial 1 eBikes ‘Powered by Harley Davidson’ Revealed
• OHM Powers Ahead with Shimano EP8 Models
• Knaap’s Motorbike Style eBikes Arrive in UK
• Shimano E5000 Firmware Update
• Reevo Hubless eBike Crowdfunds
• Pirelli’s New Winter Tyre
• New Cash Released for UK Infrastructure
• Over 80s eBikers Safety Concern

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