It’s one of the fundamental truths we lived with for decades: water and electricity don’t mix. But with electric scooters, the temptation to
throw caution to the wind and ride out in the rain is too great to ignore. So, this article will answer the question: “Can electric scooters be
used in the rain?”

As is usual with these questions, the definitive answer is . . . maybe.

An electric bike looks like a traditional bicycle. Frame. Handlebars. Seat. Wheels. Brakes. Pedals and drivetrain (sometimes). But that’s where the similarities end. Because an eBike has other components not found in its non-powered counterpart; namely, a battery and a motor. These two components help deliver enough power to help the eBike reach coasting speeds as high as 20 mph. And that’s on throttle power alone! So it’s easy to see why a lot people in major cities prefer using an electric bike. They’re efficient, easy and extremely portable.

Yes, you can. Most ebikes in today’s market include pedals that you can use in tandem with — or separate from — the throttle.

It’s the power assistance that gives eBikes an advantage over a traditional bike for some riders. An eBike is one way that people who otherwise wouldn’t ride a bicycle are more likely to get active and stay active. Older riders and cyclists recovering from injuries will appreciate the pedal assistance they get in an eBike. Some e-bikes have a recharge mode that that allows you to charge the battery as you pedal.