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E-bike guides: buying advice & know-how
Buying criteria, technology and legal matters around e-bikes – explained factually, with matching models and current prices from our comparison.
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- Guide · 7 min readBuying an e-bike: the 10 most important criteriaMotor position, watt-hours, frame size – buying an e-bike bombards you with jargon. This guide sorts out what really matters so you find a bike that suits your journeys.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 8 min readPedelec, S-pedelec, e-bike: what's legal?Not every bike with a motor is legally a bicycle. If you know the difference between a pedelec, an S-pedelec and an e-bike with a throttle, you avoid fines, insurance problems and expensive bad buys.Updated 23/09/2026
- Guide · 7 min readHow to charge, care for and store your e-bike batteryThe battery is the most expensive component of your e-bike. With a few simple charging and storage habits it will last considerably longer – and stay safe.Updated 23/09/2026
Popular comparisons
- E-mountain bikes85 models · from €359Forest tracks, singletrails or steep climbs on the way to work: an e-MTB takes a lot of the effort out of hills. Here you'll find current deals and the key buying criteria.
- Trekking e-bikes17 models · from €479The trekking e-bike is the all-rounder among pedelecs: equipped for everyday use and still ready for long tours. Compare models and prices here.
- City e-bikes80 models · from €387Shopping, commuting, visiting friends: a city e-bike makes everyday trips relaxed and sweat-free. Compare urban pedelecs from various shops here.
- Folding e-bikes70 models · from €308A folding e-bike fits in the boot, the motorhome or under your desk. Here you'll find folding e-bikes from 14 to 20 inches in our price comparison.
- 26-inch e-bikes69 models · from €41926 inches is the classic mountain bike size and today is mainly found on budget e-bikes, fat bikes and bikes for shorter riders. Compare current models here.
- 28-inch e-bikes19 models · from €60028 inches is the standard size for trekking and city e-bikes in Germany: smooth, efficient and ideal for longer everyday journeys. See current deals here.