E-bike popularity among young people is increasing

It is impossible to say how many young people use the electric bicycle. It is clear, however, that the number of children’s and youth bicycles that are sold is considerably lower. Not only the bicycles, but also the number of mopeds, scooters and light mopeds sold is declining. What is a healthy alternative to the moped or scooter for one person, is less healthy for the other.

Young people aged 12 to 16 do not exercise enough. Within this age group, 33.5% exercise according to the guideline. Movement is important. Disorders such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and depression are prevented with exercise. In addition, there is the reckless driving behavior among young people with an electric bicycle. The number of victims who suffered serious injuries during a bicycle ride with an e-bike increased from 4% in 2016 to 22% in 2022. Is the popularity of the e-bike a concern?

Increase in the number of accidents involving the electric bicycle

Young people who use an e-bike are increasingly involved in a traffic accident, resulting in serious injury. The increase in the number of figures can easily be explained: the more young people purchase an e-bike, the more young people become involved in an accident. So far, the e-bike doesn’t seem to be a concern yet. Politicians also think the same about this. No proposal has yet been made to introduce a minimum age for the use of an electric bicycle.

It is good to know that you can do a lot yourself to increase your safety on the road. You can read the most important measures below.

Avoid pedaling away

Riding a scooter on an electric bike can result in your bike going faster than you. So get on first and then put one leg on the left and on the right, take a seat on your saddle and then cycle away.

Adjust speed to the conditions

With an e-bike it is possible that you can reach speeds of up to 25 kilometers per hour. The fact that this is possible does not mean that you actually have to maintain this pace. Take a good look at the road surface, amount of bends and the traffic around you.

Make sure you can be seen

Make sure you have a good view on unlit roads or paths. In addition, it is important that other road users can also see you well. How do you do this? Make sure you always have lighting with you. Do you find battery-powered lights inconvenient? Then take a look at the lighting on a rechargeable battery.

Degree of durability depending on substitution effect

Young people and young working people are increasingly purchasing an electric bicycle. In some cases, the e-bike is chosen as a replacement for a car or journeys by public transport. In this case, the electric bicycle can indeed be called sustainable. Are young people replacing the electric bicycle for the normal bicycle? Then the e-bike can be called less sustainable.

Favorite electric bicycle for young people

Research has shown that it is mainly e-bikes for recreational use and commuting that do well among young people. Do you want to purchase an electric bicycle? View our #1 electric city bike for young people here.

Cortina E-U1 N7 2023

The Cortina E-U1 N7 2023 is an electric bicycle that allows you to comfortably cover distances to work or school. Both a ladies’ and men’s variant are available, for a purchase price of 1,609 euros. This Cortina e-bike has a front-wheel motor from the Bafang brand. The location of the motor ensures that the weight on the bike is well distributed and that you are extra stable.