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Stay current with e-bikes

Bicycling is a whole lot easier than it used to be. The addition of a compact battery and motor has turned a bike into an e-bike, helping riders get up hills or across town with a lot less pedal cranking.

Forget about your grandpa’s moped from the 1970s. E-bikes are true bicycles that appeal to urban riders looking for green and easy-to-park transportation, and they also attract recreational riders looking for a power-assist on roads and trails.

Because e-bikes can reach speeds over 25 m.p.h., and cost a good deal more than the 10-speed you rode in middle school, some states now require insurance. Their laws and regulations treat them like a motorcycle.

American Modern welcomes e-bikes in our Motorsports program. They get the same great coverage, options, and discounts that we offer to any standard motorcycle.  

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E-bike riding tips for every cyclist

When you think of metropolitan streets, you typically picture lots of cars, buses, trucks—in other words, traffic. The overcrowded streets often deter cyclists from venturing downtown. But that’s what electric bikes are for.

Urban riders have found a new way to get around town. E-bikes provide a sustainable and effective way to get from place to place without sitting in miles of traffic or even hunting down a parking spot.

E-bikes have their risks as well if you don’t ride with caution. Here are a few tips to check out to ensure you ride safely and responsibly.

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