Calculate your electric bike's range with precision using our advanced physics-based calculator. Get accurate estimates based on battery capacity, motor power, terrain, wind conditions, and more.
E-bike range is the distance your electric bicycle can travel on a single battery charge. Unlike traditional bicycles, e-bikes have a limited range determined primarily by battery capacity and energy consumption. Understanding your e-bike's range is crucial for planning trips, commuting, and avoiding being stranded with a dead battery.
Battery capacity, measured in watt-hours (Wh), is the most important factor determining range. Larger batteries store more energy and provide longer range. Common e-bike batteries range from 250Wh (entry-level) to 1000Wh+ (high-end touring bikes). A 500Wh battery typically provides 40-100 km of range depending on other factors.
Motor power (measured in watts) affects both performance and range. More powerful motors provide better acceleration and hill-climbing ability but consume more energy. Motor efficiency also matters—modern mid-drive motors are typically 80-90% efficient, while hub motors range from 70-85% efficient.
Speed has a significant impact on range due to aerodynamic drag, which increases with the square of speed. Riding at 25 km/h may provide 80 km of range, while riding at 35 km/h might only provide 50 km. Our calculator accounts for this non-linear relationship.
Hills and elevation changes dramatically affect range. Climbing requires significant energy, while descending can provide regenerative braking (on some models). A route with 500m of elevation gain will consume much more battery than a flat route of the same distance.
Total weight (rider + bike + cargo) directly impacts energy consumption. Heavier loads require more energy to accelerate and climb hills. A 20kg difference in total weight can reduce range by 15-25%.
Headwinds significantly increase energy consumption, while tailwinds can extend range. A 20 km/h headwind can reduce range by 20-30%, while a tailwind can extend it by 10-15%.
The level of pedaling assistance you provide affects range. More pedaling means less motor power needed, extending range. Eco mode with active pedaling can extend range by 30-50% compared to throttle-only or maximum assist modes.
City e-bikes typically have 400-700Wh batteries and provide 50-100 km of range in urban conditions. They're optimized for efficiency and comfort.
Mountain e-bikes often have 500-750Wh batteries but consume more energy due to off-road terrain. Typical range is 40-80 km depending on trail difficulty.
Touring e-bikes feature larger batteries (700-1000Wh+) and are designed for long distances. Range can exceed 120 km on flat terrain with moderate assistance.
Cargo e-bikes carry heavy loads, which reduces range. With 500-750Wh batteries, expect 30-70 km depending on cargo weight and terrain.
Our e-bike range calculator is the most comprehensive tool available for estimating electric bike range. Simply enter your bike's specifications, upload a GPX route file (optional), and adjust riding conditions to get accurate range estimates.
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