Electric Bicycles

How e-bikes and e-cycles are growing in India for commuting and delivery, their costs compared with scooters, and the rules that treat low-speed e-cycles differently.

Electric bicycles (e-cycles) are growing.

What they are

Bicycles with a battery and motor that assist pedalling.

Uses

Commuting without sweat.
Delivery riders in cities.

Rules

Low-speed e-cycles (under 25 km/h with limited power) don’t need registration or a licence.

Costs

Cheaper than electric scooters but more than regular bicycles.

Makers

Startups and established brands like Hero Lectro.

Challenges

Battery costs and charging.

The delivery e-cycle

A delivery rider uses an e-cycle to make more trips a day without fuel costs.

Thinking e-cycles need a licence

Low-speed ones don't.

Key takeaways

E-cycles assist pedalling.
They're used for commuting and delivery.
Low-speed ones need no licence.
Batteries raise costs.