Electric bicycles and electric motorbikes are two popular means of transportation, suitable for people moving in urban areas. However, each type has different characteristics in terms of design, speed and performance.
Electric bicycles have a foot pedal assist mechanism when the power runs out. Electric bicycles have a maximum design speed of no more than 25 km/h and can be cycled when the engine is turned off. Electric bicycles usually have a range of 40-100 km,
While electric motorbikes can go farther, from 80-150 km. Electric motorbikes can reach speeds of 50-70km/h, with engine power of about 300W-2,500W.
The highlight of electric bicycles is that they are cost-effective, do not require much maintenance and are easy to use for many people, from students to the elderly.
On the contrary, the design of electric motorbikes is also more durable and sturdy, suitable for longer distances.
However, owning an electric motorbike requires a driver's license, and the price is also higher than that of an electric bicycle.
In Vietnam, electric motorbikes are vehicles in the category of motor vehicles, so when participating in traffic, they must be registered and have a license plate attached. Electric bicycles are rudimentary road vehicles, so they do not require vehicle registration.
Electric motorbikes are often equipped with larger capacity batteries, allowing them to travel longer distances without needing to be recharged.
In short, electric bicycles are suitable for those who need to travel short distances and save money, while electric motorbikes are more suitable for those who need to travel longer distances and require higher speed.
