E-Bike Support Hub
Got questions about battery life, motor types, or legal speed classes? Explore our interactive FAQ or lookup complex terms in the technical glossary below.
Juicy Pedals is the ultimate electric bike database and comparison directory. We compile and standardize specifications, prices, and features from hundreds of e-bikes so you can compare them side-by-side, filter by your specific needs, and find the perfect electric ride without the marketing hype.
No, Juicy Pedals is an independent comparison and review platform. We do not sell e-bikes directly or handle order fulfillment. We provide links to official manufacturer sites and trusted retailers. If you purchase through some of these links, we may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you.
We are constantly updating our database to include new brands and models. If you are a manufacturer or want to suggest a bike we missed, please reach out to us. We scrape and audit specifications to ensure they meet our master database schema standard.
Watt-hours (Wh) measures the total capacity of an e-bike battery, calculated as Voltage x Amp-hours (e.g., a 48V 15Ah battery is 720Wh). It represents the size of your electric "gas tank." Higher Wh generally guarantees longer ranges and more runtime, especially when climbing hills or carrying heavy payloads.
Hub motors are housed inside the front or rear wheel hub, pushing or pulling the bike directly. They are simple, cost-effective, and let you use a throttle even in a high gear. Mid-drive motors are located at the frame cranks, multiplying their power through the bike's existing gears. They offer a more natural, balanced ride feel and superior climbing performance.
Real-world e-bike range depends on passenger weight, wind, tire pressure, terrain, and how much pedal-assist or throttle you use. While we display manufacturer estimates, you can get a realistic baseline by looking at battery Wh: a general rule of thumb is 15-20 Wh per mile with pedal assist, or 25-30 Wh per mile on throttle-only riding.
E-bike legal classes define how the motor assists you. Local laws can vary widely.:
• Class 1: Pedal-assist only (no throttle). Up to 20 mph.
• Class 2: Throttle (can ride without pedaling) and Pedal assist. Up to 20 mph.
• Class 3: Throttle up to 20 mph, pedal assist up to 28 mph.
• Mopeds/Motorcycles/Class 4: Generally any motorized bike that can go faster than 28 mph. Licensing and registration may be required.
Click the "+" button or "Compare" checkbox on any bike card within the interactive database grid to add it to your comparison list. Once you select multiple bikes, open the Compare Drawer at the bottom of the screen to see a detailed, side-by-side spec layout highlighting differences.
Still Confused About E-Bike Specs?
Skip the marketing jargon. Use our interactive side-by-side database comparison tools to sort e-bikes by price, real-world speeds, motor wattage, and range to find the exact ride for you.