Electric bicycles are similar to any other electric vehicles and are safe to ride. Electric bicycles are mostly operated by Li-ion batteries and it is important to know how to take care of them. For e.g. Electric bicycles should not be left under hot sun or rain for long durations, it can cause damage to the battery pack and electrical components.

Yes, electric bicycles are faster than normal bicycles when riding in the electric-assisted mode and can go up to 25kmph speed. One can operate them as a regular bicycle by turning off the electric assist, and they will be as fast as a regular bicycle.

You do not need a license (or registration, insurance) to ride an Electric Bicycle that is certified by ARAI as a non-motor vehicle. In order for an electric bicycle to be certified by ARAI, it needs to meet certain criteria such as a Max speed of 25Kmph (in electric mode) and <250W power output. So if you are looking to buy an electric bicycle that can ride without a license, then do make sure it is ARAI certified as a non-motor vehicle.

There are multiple brands of electric cycles sold in India at this point of time with varying specifications and functionalities. The prices range approximately between Rs.27000 (for a very basic electric bicycle) and Rs.130,000. Majority of the electric bicycle brands in india are priced between Rs.30,000 to Rs.60,000 offering basic to a very good quality.

The primary factor that determines how fast an electric cycle go, is the power (Watts = Voltage x Current) it has. The more power the battery pack and motor can deliver, the faster an electric bicycle can go. However, in India the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) certifies all the electric vehicles and has set a speed limit of 25 Kmph and power limit of 250w for an electric bicycle to be classed as a non-motor vehicle. So you will see that most electric bicycles in India have a speed limit of 25kmph.

Electric cycles can climb up-hills much easily with little or no pedaling effort, since they are powered by an electric motor and battery. Depending on the motor and battery specifications, the power and speed may vary.

There have been several studies undertaken that clearly conclude, e-cycling elicits activity at an intensity high enough to promote some positive health outcomes and can lead to increases in cardiorespiratory fitness.

The range (distance traveled per charge) of an electric bicycle depends on the Ampere Hour (AH) rating of the battery pack. The higher the AH, the higher the range. The other factors that affect the range are riding modes and conditions. For e.g. Riding the bike on Fully Electric (no pedaling) offers the least range, whereas riding on pedal assist mode gives the best range. Heileo electric bikes offer a range of 60 and 75 Kms per charge with 10.4 and 11.6AH battery packs.