{"id":248272,"date":"2023-12-12T17:50:38","date_gmt":"2023-12-12T17:50:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/?p=248272"},"modified":"2023-12-12T17:50:38","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T17:50:38","slug":"e-bikes-vs-winter-why-does-my-e-bike-have-less-range-when-its-cold","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automotobuzz.com\/car-reviews\/e-bikes-vs-winter-why-does-my-e-bike-have-less-range-when-its-cold\/","title":{"rendered":"E-Bikes Vs Winter: Why Does My E-Bike Have Less Range When It's Cold?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Those of you living in the northern hemisphere are probably either enjoying the cold weather, or complaining about the hassles that come along with it. From shoveling snow off your driveway to layering up, winter has its downs, but it also has its ups. Assuming it\u2019s safe for you to do so, going on a frosty bike ride can be tons of fun, and not to mention an excellent way to stay in shape during the winter months.<\/p>\n

That being said, those of you who are new to riding e-bikes may have noticed that your e-bike\u2019s battery level seems to drop much quicker when it\u2019s cold outside? In my experience, I\u2019ve seen my e-bike\u2019s battery go from full to three-quarters within just a couple of miles \u2013 far less than the claimed range figures.<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>Batteries don’t really like the cold<\/h2>\n

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Well, as it would turn out, e-bike batteries don\u2019t take too kindly to the cold. It\u2019s well-known that batteries in general don\u2019t perform well in the cold, as it has been frequently reported that EVs have less range in the winter. However, given the e-bikes\u2019 batteries are usually exposed directly to the cold, bereft of any insulation, they suffer a bit more in cold temps. Of course, there\u2019s the physical damage of the battery\u2019s casing becoming brittle and eventually cracking due to the cold. However, the damage cold temperatures can impart on your bike\u2019s battery goes well beneath the surface.<\/p>\n

Batteries, particularly lithium-ion batteries found in electric bicycles, don’t like the cold. Some reports state that EVs suffer up to 30 percent range loss in the winter, and it\u2019s largely because of the electrolytes struggling to circulate ions between the cathode and the anode. Similar to how oil is more viscous in cold temperatures, a battery struggles to move ions between the different poles, thereby increasing its internal resistance and impacting its performance.<\/p>\n

<\/svg><\/span>What can you do to look after your e-bike in the winter?<\/h2>\n

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So, is there a way for us to mitigate the ill effects of cold weather on our e-bike batteries? Well, not in a way that won\u2019t require extra energy to begin with. Of course, if your e-bike has a removable battery, you can store it indoors. This should give it a little extra time before it suffers from the cold. Better yet, if you have a heated garage, it\u2019s definitely a good idea to store your bike in there during the cold months. After all, exposure to the cold isn\u2019t bad just for the battery, it also increases wear on other components, particularly those made of metal prone to corrosion and plastics susceptible to becoming brittle.<\/p>\n

When it comes to keeping your e-bike in good health in the winter, you\u2019re going to want to take note that its battery remains sensitive to the cold even when it\u2019s not in use. It\u2019s recommended to store it in a warm and dry place, with temperatures higher than 10 degrees C, or about 50 degrees F. Furthermore, experts recommend not charging your battery when it\u2019s cold, such as right after going for a cold winter ride. Instead, it\u2019s a good idea to remove the battery and leave it in a warm and dry place for at least 15 to 20 minutes before charging it.<\/p>\n

At the end of the day, it\u2019s always a good idea to err on the side of caution. When shopping for an e-bike, make sure to do some research about the technology stuffed into it. This is especially true of today\u2019s crop of super high-tech two-wheelers that are pretty much rolling IOT devices.<\/p>\n

Sources: Clean Rider,<\/span> Cyrusher,<\/span> Magicycle<\/span> <\/p>\n

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