How Long Will E-Bike Batteries Last? | Riding E-Bikes In Winter Months

Published: Tue, 09/14/21

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Much like with phones, laptops, and other tech, eventually an e-bike battery won't hold a charge as well as it used to. So what is the expected use-life of an e-bike battery? What can you do to help get the most life possible out of one?

We took a look into these questions and more to help explain what you can do to preserve your battery for the long haul.

Many people who have adopted e-bikes in the spring and summer months have questions when fall and winter roll around. Is it safe to ride e-bikes in colder weather? Will they function well in the snow?

Sam breaks down what you should know to keep up riding when the fall inevitably turns into winter.

- The EBR Team

How long do electric bike batteries last?

Like the battery in your car, an electric bike’s battery has a useful lifespan that only lasts so long before its performance begins to deteriorate.

So how long will your electric bike’s battery last? In most cases, a good rule of thumb is 2-4 years — though maintenance, storage and how often you use the battery will have a direct effect on your e-bike battery’s useful lifespan.

Click here for what you should know about the life of an e-bike battery.

Can I ride an electric bike in winter?

Winter. A time when cold, snow and ice descends on much of North America, shorter days drive many indoors and most summertime toys get mothballed until warmer temps return.

But winter doesn’t have to keep you off your electric bike. You can absolutely ride your e-bike in winter, but there are some important things to keep in mind that’ll help keep you and your e-bike safe and functioning well until warmer days return.

Click here for what you should know about riding in colder winter months.