Shopping For a Low-Cost Entry Level E-bike?

Let's start by agreeing on two things. First, any e-bike is better than no e-bike at all. Not everyone has expendable cash sitting around to plop down $2,000 or more on a mid-range or high-end e-bike with all the bells and whistles. Seniors over 50 account for approximately 50% of all e-bike sales in the U.S. In Europe, that percentage is even higher.

By the time you reach 50, health and budgets will become more important as you approach retirement. "E-bikes For People Over 50" strongly recommends purchasing through a local bike shop if at all possible, simply due to the after-sale support as well as many other benefits. However, if your budget doesn't allow for that, and you can only afford a budget on-line purchase, you should know that you're going to have to be handy with a tool kit or know someone who is. We have an array of How to: Video links available on our main menu to help you perform some common maintenance and repairs. Here is a short list of some of the advantages of purchasing your bike on-line.

• Lower cost with some options to purchase in installments, some of which are 0% interest.

• Better selection - Unlimited inventory of different brands, styles and available components.

• If purchasing through Walmart or Amazon, products are returnable if returned in the same manner as which it arrived (Save Packaging).

• Low-cost secondary extended warranties which go beyond the manufacturers initial warranty (Note: Most on-line purchase warranties do not cover labor and you can expect to go to battle to obtain satisfaction).

Secondly, we can all agree the benefits of purchasing through a local Bike Shop is worth the premium you'll pay in the long run. Below is an example of some of the benefits you'll receive purchasing through a local Bike Shop.

• Professional advice on choosing the right style of bike for the way you intend to use it.

• Buying with confidence.

• Assembly and pre-delivery adjustments

• Local point of contact for service/repairs

• Warranty Repairs

• Supporting a local business
  

Now that we can all agree on those two points, let's focus on the reason for this article. As mentioned previously, not everyone has a bike shop budget. We have selected 4 budget e-bikes with good reviews that you can purchase on an entry level budget. All 4 bikes are delivered under $1,000.

There is no best to worse and all bikes are listed randomly. Bikes are chosen based on good reviews and style choice. You should purchase a bike based on how you plan to use it vs. someone's recommendation, or it just looks cool.

Heybike Cityscape

26", 350 Watt, 36V, 10ah Battery, 7-Speed

Dual Shocks, Dual Disc Brakes, 3 PAS Modes

Low Step-Through Design, 20 MPH Top Speed

Great for Seniors

$465.99 Plus $170 Delivery

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Lectric XP Lite

Lightweight, only 46 lbs. Perfect for RV's and Seniors

20", 300 Watt, 48V, 7.8ah Battery, Single Speed, Twist Throttle, 5 Levels of Peddle Assist, 20 MPH

$799.00 Free Delivery

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Viribus Trike

26", 350 Watt, 10ah UL Tested Battery, Dual Chains

Brushless Motor, Dual Disc Brakes, Front Light, Rear basket

$749.99 Free Delivery

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Viribus Cruiser

26", 500 Watt, 48V, 13ah Battery, 7-speed

Ergonomic handlebars, Shimano Derailleur, Dual Disc Brakes, Wide Cushioned Saddle, Front Basket, Rear Rack, Bright headlight, Heavy-Duty Kenda Tires

$679.99 Free Delivery (Price Limited Time Offer)

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If you are a senior on a limited budget, or just looking to improve your health and fitness without breaking the bank, the four bikes listed above have good reviews with a reasonable price tag. We recommend you do your own research and buy a tool kit.

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