The smooth motor, speedy travel time, and reduced fuel consumption of an e-bike are enticing. However, as e-bike use steadily increases, concerns about their safety risks have become more apparent.
“When you’ve got an e-bike on the road or on the sidewalks, and you’re flying on the sidewalks, that is certainly a situation that’s quite dangerous,” said Pleasanton resident and e-bike owner Roger Lewis.
E-bikes enable riders to reach faster speeds, cover longer distances, and use less energy. An e-bike contains an electric motor and a battery that provides assistance…