Bicycle touring can be one of the best ways to travel across towns, cities, counties or even countries at a low price with the maximum amount of exposure to the locations you are travelling. However, it can be hard work! Electric bikes are a great solution to take away some of the strain from your legs and cruise uphill with more enjoyment. So what makes a great touring electric bike?Electric bikes come from various different brands with many different features but what should you be looking for in an electric bike for touring? Large assisted rangeWhen travelling for 20 miles, 30 miles or more, you will want your E-Bike’s battery to keep up with you to provide assistance for as far as possible. There are some great electric bikes out there today with large ranges to support you all the way! Cargo-carrying capacityIt’s also important to consider how well equipped your electric vehicle is to carry your belongings with you on a ride. Does your bike come with a rear rack or is it possible to purchase one alongside? Comfortable ridingWe have all experienced soreness after a long ride so you will want to prioritise comfort as you’re likely to be riding for a long period of time. Your body will thank you for choosing an E-Bike that has been designed for increased comfort. The best electric bikes for touring in the UKWe have scoured the market and put together a list of the top-performing electric bikes for touring long distances. We have considered the above points to create the top picks! We will be providing you with the bike, the price and some of the key features to explain why they would make a great touring companion. MBM TITANIA STEP THROUGH HYBRID ELECTRIC BIKE - £2,499.00 A classy and elegant bike with a comfortable upright riding position. But don’t be fooled by the look! This bike boasts 80nm of torque, and is powered by a 36v 14amp lithium battery giving 504wh of power! You will leave the Lycra brigade standing! The Titania comes equipped with a lightweight 504Wh battery making the bike capable of covering nearly 90 miles on a single charge. It also comes fully equipped with a rear rack to carry your belongings easily for miles. Why choose the MBM Titania? POWERFUL 80NM TORQUE MOTORThe Titania packs a punch with its 80nm motor. SHIMANO 7 SPEED GEARSExperience smooth gear changes with the Shimano Acera 7 Speed Gears. PUNCTURE RESISTANT TYRESEnjoy a smooth ride with the durable Schwalbe Marathon 700X47 puncture resistant tyres. Buy Here MBM KAIROS 27.5" SUB ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN BIKE - £2,999.00 Kairos 27.5″ electric mountain bike. 36v 14amp battery and a huge 85nm of torque! MBM is a household name throughout Italy with an excellent reputation for manufacturing a comprehensive range of quality bikes. Each electric bike is assembled by trained technicians ensuring the high quality is maintained every step of the way. Why choose the MBM Kairos? 85NM TORQUE MOTORThe Kairos packs a punch with its 85nm OLI Sport motor. SHIMANO 10 SPEED GEARSExperience smooth gear changes with the Shimano Deore 10 Speed Gears. PUNCTURE RESISTANT TYRESSchwalbe Smart Sam 27.5×2.6 Buy Here CRUSSIS E-SAVELA 1.6 LADIES TOURING ELECTRIC BIKE - £1,274.99 A comfortable yet quirky ladies’ touring bike that comes with a 13AH in-tube battery for hours of riding around the town and countryside. Why choose the Crussis e-Savela?The e-Savela 1.6 is a touring e-bike that stands out with its quirky looks. Looks aren’t everything and with its in-tube battery putting the centre of gravity nice and low, this enables the bike to have great manoeuvrability. The 470Wh battery allows for good range – up to 60 miles on even terrain with economical riding, and charges in just 4-6 hours from flat. The 250W Bafang rear hub motor is controlled with an LCD controller on the handlebars with five levels of assistance. Riding comfort is maintained with the 700c wheels and ZOOM 420E 700C front forks. A Shimano Tourney SL-TX50 21-speed gear system running over a front 48/38/28T crankset and a 14-28t rear cassette will allow for economical riding even over tougher hills. Tektro V-brakes enable good stopping power. Coming with full mudguards and panniers, the machine weighs in at just 23kg. Buy Here CRUSSIS E-GORDO 1.6 TOURING ELECTRIC BIKE - £1,499.99 This 21-speed touring e-bike has a range of up to 60 miles thanks to its 13AH in-tube battery. With 700c wheels and good components, the e-Gordo 1.6 will give the rider lots of riding in complete comfort. Why choose the Crussis e-Gordo?The 468Wh in-tube battery can deliver a range of up to 60 miles with economical riding. Being an in-tube battery, it has a low centre of gravity for good manoeuvrability. A 250W Bafang rear hub-motor gives a smooth acceleration and tops out at a legally mandated 15.5mph. This is controlled with a 5-level LCD controller on the handlebars. Riding comfort is maintained with the 700c wheels and ZOOM 420E 700C front forks. The geometry ensures a comfortable riding position too. As to the drivetrain? A 21-speed Shimano Tourney gear system uses a 48/38/28t front crank and a 14-28 rear cassette for optimal economical riding. Stopping power comes from Tektro alloy V-brakes that will handle rain or shine. Full mudguards and a pannier rack round off a comfortable, well-specced machine that weighs in at just 23kg. Buy Here DALLINGRIDGE MALVERN HYBRID TREKKING ELECTRIC BIKE - £1,199.00 The Malvern boasts a certain sleek elegance thanks to it’s simplistic frame geometry, internal cable routing and frame integrated battery. Finished in Satin Silver with Gumwall tyres and Camel componentry – an aesthetic that screams adventure! Why choose the Dallingridge Malvern?To the untrained eye, the Malvern is a stylish Trekking bicycle… Scratch a little beneath the surface to find a punchy 250w motor spoked within the rear wheel & a generous 14Ah battery cleverly integrated within the frame, exaggerating the bike’s, and indeed your capabilities, allowing up to 50 miles of electric assisted touring or commuting! Thriving off the unknown, Dallingridge have combined the best of 3 worlds…Adventure, pace, and comfort – supported by the handy rear rack, sharp disc brakes, mudguards, Suntour suspension forks and CST hybrid tyres. The Dallingridge Malvern has been designed for those who need a bicycle that caters to life, not just a single purpose. For those ‘off the beaten track’ commuters and even you stylish urban city go-ers. Buy Here DALLINGRIDGE HARLOW STEP THROUGH HYBRID ELECTRIC BIKE - £1,199.00 Built around an ergonomic Step Through Alloy frame, the Harlow is designed for ease of use & rider versatility. Quickly & easily hop on for your errand runs, city or rural commute, or Sunday family adventure – and with it’s handy rear rack, your luggage is taken care of. Cushioned by the 63mm Suntour suspension forks & hybrid tyres, you’ll find performance & comfort isn't compromised by a little roughness. With 3 power modes altered using the LCD handlebar display, you can expect up to 50 miles on the saddle from a single charge! The silky power delivery & Shimano 6 speed gearing system work harmoniously to take the brunt of those stubborn terrains or inclines. Buy Here There you have it. The best electric bikes for touring available to buy now in the UK. If you have any questions about any of these electric touring bikes, or any others available at Pedal & Chain, please do not hesitate to contact us.
