Find Your Ride
Not sure which ride is right for you? Answer one question: what will you mainly use it for? Pick the section below that sounds like you, and we'll point you to the right bikes. Still unsure, call us at (818) 478-5262 or visit our Northridge shop and take a test ride.
1. Commuting and city riding
Choose this if: you ride to work, school, or around the neighborhood, mostly on paved streets and bike lanes, and you want something easy to live with every day.
What to look for: a comfortable upright riding position, pedal assist, lights and fenders, and enough range for your round trip plus a safety margin. A step-through frame makes stop-and-go city riding easier.
Popular picks: Aima Big Sur, Velotric Discover 1 Plus, Macfox X1S, Segway Xafari.
2. Trails and mountain riding
Choose this if: you ride dirt trails, fire roads, or singletrack and you still want to pedal.
What to look for: suspension, strong hydraulic disc brakes, knobby tires, and a mid-drive motor that handles steep climbs well. Frame size matters more here than on any other type, so a test ride is worth it.
Popular picks: BULLS Copperhead EVO series, Macfox X2.
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3. Moped-style and lifestyle rides
Choose this if: you want the look and seating of a moped with the convenience of an e-bike, mostly for street and neighborhood riding.
What to look for: a long banana seat, fat tires, a throttle, and a bigger battery, since these bikes are usually ridden on throttle rather than pedaled. Check your local rules on class and speed before you buy.
Popular picks: Macfox M series, Meelod DK300 series, Freego F0.
4. Off-road dirt bikes and e-motos
Choose this if: you want a pure off-road electric dirt machine for trails, tracks, and open land, not a pedal bike.
What to look for: motor power and voltage, real dirt-bike suspension, and the right size for the rider. Most e-motos are built for off-road use, so check registration and street-legality rules for your area first.
Popular picks: Sur-Ron Light Bee X, Segway Xaber 300, RIF Fury, Y-Volt Surge V, Honda CRF-E2 for younger riders.
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Still deciding?
A few questions that usually settle it:
- How far is your longest regular ride? Pick a bike with range comfortably above that number, since hills, weight, and cold weather all reduce real-world range.
- Do you want to pedal? If yes, you want an e-bike. If you only want a throttle, look at moped-style or e-motos.
- Where will you store and charge it? Batteries last longer stored indoors in a cool, dry place.
- Will you ride on public roads? E-motos and dirt bikes are mostly off-road machines. Check your local rules first.
Come try one
We offer free test rides, so the fastest way to decide is to ride two or three and feel the difference. We also offer free local delivery within 30 miles on qualifying e-bike and e-moto purchases.
Ebike Premier, Northridge
18247 Parthenia St, Northridge, CA 91325
Phone: (818) 478-5262
Mon to Fri: 11am to 6pm · Sat: 12:30pm to 4:30pm · Sun: Closed