Vector X27 folding bike

We just finished a Dahon Vector X27h folding bike video review. Peter takes this high performance folding bike to the streets to see what it's all about. What he found was a light weight, super fast folding bike with an unmatched gear range. If you are looking for a performance oriented folding bike that also folds quickly the Vector X27h may be for you.


Check out our video review which takes an in depth look at how the bike folds, how it rides, and some of the key features. With lots of great riding shots and instructional folding shots you'll have everything you need to know. The Vector X27h is one of the coolest Dahon folding bikes yet!

Electric bike safety

We often get asked about the safety of an electric bike. Are they too fast? Can they be maneuvered easily? Many people are reluctant to ride electric bikes because they equate them to Vespa's or mopeds. It's just too much power.

Actually, electric bikes are probably the most safe vehicles on two wheels. With stable frames and speed limits, these bikes are better for city streets than almost anything else. If you're still worried, read about some of the safety features of electric bikes and you might change your mind!

Dahon MU Uno

Peter got a chance to take out the Dahon Mu Uno folding bike over the weekend and found that he was having a blast riding this single speed folding bicycle. If you've been hunting for a folding bike that is simple and just fun to ride then the Dahon Mu Uno folding bike may be the one for you.

With no gears this folding bike is very minimal and lets you relax and enjoy the ride. No need to shift and a simple and reliable coaster brake to stop. It doesn't get any better than the Mu Uno folding bike.

Bicycle with electric motor

Have you been searching for a bicycle with electric motor? There are a lot of options huh? Well with all the variety it can be tough to decide upon a bicycle with electric motor that suits your needs. Fear not brave traveler, you're about to get a look at one of the best electric bikes out there, the Ezee Forza.

This bicycle with electric motor uses a high quality Lithium battery and brushless electric motor to power you safely and reliably down the road. There are a million reasons to own a bicycle with electric motor, make sure you get a good one. Read on about this bicycle with electric motor.

Is the BionX bike kit for you?

The BionX kit has plenty of features and is certainly the most sophisticated electric bike kit on the market but it is not for everyone. There are certain functions it is not designed to perform and certain bicycles it cannot be installed upon.


These are not really limitations of the BionX kit but rather cases in which it is not ideal. There are many different electric bike kits out there, and though the BionX kit is an amazing option it may not be the right choice for some. Read on to find out who can't use the BionX kit.

GoPed Lithium Phosphate battery upgrade (24ah)

24 Ah Lithium Phosphate Battery Upgrade

The 24Volt 24ah battery upgrade is slightly heavier than the Lithium option but much lighter than the lead acid batteries GoPed offered for many year. The main advantage is that this Lithium Iron Phosphate battery will last for about 1000 charge cycles which gives your electric GoPed about 5 times the life span.

GoPed Lithium Phosphate Battery

Folding bike for commuting?

Ever wondered if it was possible to combine a folding bike with your commute? It's a great way to get some fun exercise while on the way to work. If you're like so many other people who have to commute daily then you must be searching for a way to break to routine and make things interesting.


A folding bike is just what you need. With a folding bike you can turn your everyday commute in to a varied and interesting one. All you have to do is use some of the oldest folding bike commuting strategies in the book. Read on to find out more.

Brompton bag selection for you favorite folder

Brompton folding bikes are adaptable to any situation in order to meet the needs of all their riders. A luggage system incorporated into the bike easily accommodates six different Brompton bags, quickly expanding storage space.

Brompton bags serve various purposes and have a wide range of features. These bags are the best way to carry more on your Brompton folding bike. Read about Brompton bags to learn more.

Dahon midtown-mini folding bikes

Midtown Mini folding bikes are Dahon's latest addition to the world of folding bikes. These folding bikes use the standard 20" wheels found on most Dahon folding bikes but with a larger dual arch frame. Amazingly, this frame is lighter and stronger than the single arch folding bike frame.

There are two bikes in particular which exemplify the Midtown Mini folding bike line: The Dahon Smooth Hound folding bike, and the Dahon Bull Head folding bike. Read more about these two Midtown Mini folding bikes.

New 36Volt 14AH Lithium bike battery

Brand new arrival, Lithium Polymer battery 36 volt, 14 AH
Our new 14AH Lithium bike battery is made for electric bike riders that are looking to stay out all day long. The 14 ah 36 volt battery is perfect for conversion kits, ezee bikes, Hebb electric bikes, Pathfinder bikes and many other electric bikes.

Best value in electric bike lithium batteries, limited introductory pricing.

14AH, 36 Volt. Fits most modern electric bikes.

OHM electric bikes and BionX motors

When it comes to electric bikes, we see a wide variety of styles, from compact folders to step-through cruisers. When people ask us about the best electric bike, however, we frequently point them to the souped up, rugged OHM electric bikes.


With great brakes, a lightweight frame, and full suspension, the OHM electric bikes are built to handle rough mountain bike trails. They also utilize the BionX electric bike kit, the most versatile electric motor. The two models they offer, the OHM Urban and the OHM Sport, are also some of the lightest electric bikes we've ever seen.

Read more about the Tough OHM Electric Bikes, because you're not going to find many other bikes that have this kind of performance.

The Best electric bike motor kit?

The BionX kit uses one of the best quality electric bicycle motors available. What makes the motor of a BionX kit so much better you may ask? Well there are actually a few specific details which make all the difference in the world. These electric bicycle motors may appear to be similar on the outside, but inside they are not alike at all.

The motor of a BionX kit is quieter, smoother running, and requires less maintenance than any other electric conversion kit on the market. Why? The difference is in how power is transferred from the battery to the motor and from the motor to the wheel itself. Curious? Then read about the BionX Kit Versus Other Electric Bicycle Motors.

IF Mode folding bike

The IF Mode seems to have stepped right out of my dreams and on the street. This folding bike has such incredible looks you can't take your eyes off of it.

And when it comes time to fold it? Forget it. There is nothing cooler than watching the IF Mode open and close with one smooth movement.


Take a closer look at the IF Mode folding bike in this article all about its unmatched good looks. The IF Mode really warrants the attention and does not disappoint. This is one folding bike that never ceases to impress.

Folding bike on airplanes

Thinking about bringing your bike with you the next time you board an airplane? Instead of taking your full size bike apart and packing it into a gigantic box, why not take along a folding bike? The most convenient part is getting to your destination and being able to ride a bike as soon as you get there.


So how will you transport it? Making sure it doesn't get damaged in transit is a primary concern, so we outlined our favorite Folding Bike Airplane Cases to fit almost any bike. Don't depend on public transportation anymore.

A folding bike is the best way to explore new places!


Brompton folding bikes are the most compact bikes and are the choice for air travel.

Dahon Speed Uno reviews

The Dahon Speed Uno folding bike is one of the coolest folding bicycles out there. It's simple, it's minimal, it draws you in with it's jet black clean lines. This single speed folding bike is clean, stripped down, and basic. Just what you're looking for in an inexpensive folding commuter bike.

People who enjoy the feeling of riding without thinking about gears or shifting will love the Speed Uno. With only one speed and a coaster brake it is about as simple as a folding bike can get. There are no cables to wear out, no shifters to fiddle with, no brake pads to replace either. Just one maintenance free folding bike that will keep going no matter what you throw at it. Watch our Dahon Speed Uno video review to learn more.

New Lithium Polymer battery option

One of the best quality Lithium Polymer batteries for electric bikes.
10AH, 36 Volt. Fits most modern electric bikes.

We have been using this manufacturers batteries for about 5 years now and can say that we have a great track record. These Lithium Polymer batteries come in at under 6 lbs with a cycle life of 500 to 60%. At $400 this is an amazing deal.

Click for more: Lithium Polymer battery 36 volt, 10 AH

Gepida Reptila is the electric bike

We did a video review of the Gepida Reptila electric bike last weekend and man was it a blast. These electric bikes provide such a smooth assistance you almost feel like you're riding a regular bicycle, except that you can go farther than ever before. If there is one thing I enjoyed most about the Gepida Reptila, it was the way it seemed to read my mind - adjusting motor power to how hard I pedaled.


This electric bike follows the European tradition of pedal assist drive systems that augment your leg power. It is not a heavy throttle bike and as a result its ride quality is much closer to a bicycle than a moped. If you really love biking but you want a little bit of assistance to get you over the hills the Gepida Reptila is the electric bike for you. Check out our Gepida Reptila electric bike review to learn more.

Kettler top of the line electric bike introduced to the US

NYCeWheels has just announced the addition of  the Kettler Twin electric bike. This is a fully loaded European comfort electric bike using the Panasonic bottom bracket motor with the new Lithium Ion battery pack.

The Kettler Twin e-bike is a quality commuter electric bicycle. If you are looking for an electric bicycle that rides like a non-powered bike, is super-light weight and as efficient as a Prius Hybrid - The Kettler Twin is your bike.

Click to check out the Kettler Twin electric bike

Electric bikes are healthy

Gepida electric bikes keep you healthy

Getting a daily dose of exercise in a fast-paced modern society can be pretty tough. Maybe you can squeeze in 30 minutes at the gym. Maybe you wake up early for that run at 6 a.m. Whatever your fancy, it can be easy to bypass a workout routine for something that seems more important.

Wouldn't it be easier to integrate exercise into your daily routine in a different way? How about during a daily commute?


Most people are unwilling to ride a bicycle to work because of the effort it takes to pedal up some hills, or maybe the amount of sweat that is a result of a hot day. The health benefits of an electric bike, on the other hand, will provide a daily dose of cardio without the annoying pit stains. Give an electric bike a chance - it beats waiting for the train!


The electric bike in the image is a Gepida electric bike

Folding bike frame design

Folding bike frames come in all shapes and sizes. They are made from all sorts of materials. Heck, there are rarely even the same number of hinges from one folding bike to the next! So what is it that goes into folding bike frame design? What makes one folding bike frame different from the next?


Let's take a look at a few examples of contrasting folding bike frame designs to get a peek into the hidden secrets of folding bike ride quality. It will become apparent why some folding bikes have a stiff ride and some have a loose wobbly ride. Why some folding bike frames are worth every penny while others aren't worth a quarter of their weight.

Folding bikes in New York City

Folding bikes in New York City have been on the rise for some time now. This is due in part to the increasing number of bike lanes and shift in city policy in favor of folding bikes and bicycles in general. However it also has a lot to do with the increased quality of affordable folding bicycles.


New York City is of course the ideal place for folding bikes so it is no shock that more and more people have been riding folding bikes around Manhattan and the five boroughs.
With space at a premium and city hall looking more and more favorably upon bicycling in general, folding bikes are really coming into their own as prime modes of transportation.

Comparing Birdy folding bikes and Bromptons

Bromptons are getting pretty well known in the US at this point, but what about these Birdy folding bikes you've been hearing about. Are they any good? Are they just a knock off of the worlds best folding bike? No way. The Birdy folding bike is an amazing machine in its own right. A performance folding bike made to go fast and fold small it is not an option to dismiss lightly.

But how do you know whether a Birdy folding bike or a Brompton would suit your need better? There is only one way to find out (aside from riding them each for a few days) and that is by comparing Birdy folding bikes and Bromptons side by side and point by point. But don't waste 2 hours researching all that yourself, just read my article. It's a great overview of what makes the two folding bikes different.

Brompton, the best folding bike?

Brompton folding bikes are some of the best folding bikes in the world. Somehow they've managed to retain that reputation for years despite a drastic increase in the number of folding bike manufactures. So how does the Brompton maintain this fiercely competitive edge?



Well it starts with taking one frame and perfecting it against all possible scenarios and uses. Brompton always seems to find a carefully thought out and near perfect solution for every problem. These Brompton folding bike innovations are what has allowed this compact folding bike to stay on top all these years later.

Electric Bike Reviews

These days, there are hundreds of electric bicycles to choose from. There are $300 electric bikes sold at Wal-Mart, as well as $5,000 bikes sold at high-end shops on 5th Avenue. As the popularity of the electric bike grows, there are more and more manufacturers releasing electric-assist bicycles. How do you pick the right one?


We’ve been in business in New York selling electric bikes for almost ten years. Yes, this dates back to the days when electric bicycles were big, clumsy, and didn’t go very far. Well things have changed, and we’re here to help you with your decisions. A good place to start is our Electric Bike Reviews page. Here, you can read about some of our customers that have purchased electric bikes and use them on a daily basis. You’ll learn about battery range, motor torque, and other practical aspects about electric bikes that the average department store won’t know. There’s some great information as well as good stories – check it out!

Folding commuter bike

The bicycle revolution is upon us! More and more bike lanes and storage rooms are being built every day, but still not everyone has room in their tiny apartment for a full-size bicycle. One of the most rapidly growing groups of cyclists today are riding folding commuter bikes. The small-wheeled bikes are compact enough to fit in a small apartment, and they are just as strong and fast as full-size bikes.

Read more about folding commuter bikes and see if these fit into your compact lifestyle. For many people, the prospect of bringing a bike on a train, putting a bike in a closet, or bringing a bike into the office is much more appealing than worrying about a bulky, heavy mountain bike. For urban commuters, it's the perfect city bicycle.


Also check out the brand new Gepida Bleda electric folding bike