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We realise the need to try before you buy, especially with an electric trike, so please find below a list of UK stockists where you can test ride an electric tricycle. Click on the name to bring up their website and contact details.

Revom T1 Urban Electric trike and T2 Fat Tyre Electric Mountain Trike stockists in the UK:

Powabyke UK Ltd, Temple Cloud, Bristol, Somerset, BS39 5AZ

Norfolk Electric Adventure – Norwich, Norfolk, NR8 6HT

JC Cook Cycles – Grimsby, North Lincolnshire, DN36 4AS

JC Cook Cycles – Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire, DN15 8NN

e-Bike Capital – Bolton, Lancashire, BL3 5PZ

Oakham Cycle Centre – Oakham, Leicestershire, LE15 6NR

UK Electric Bike Centre – Headcorn, Kent, TN27 9HX

Planet Bike – Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 1HN

Mitchell Cycles – Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 2QA

E-Motion Electric Bikes – Swindon, Wiltshire, SN2 1AQ

Autobase – Walmer, Kent, CT14 7DS

Allens eBikes – Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1DN

Les’s Cycles – Canvey Island, Essex, SS8 0JQ

eBike Centre – Chichester, Hampshire, PO20 7BU

More shops are coming on board all the time so check back soon to see who else has been added.

Last updated 10.10.24

In a world where sustainability, convenience, and health are at the forefront of our minds, the electric tricycle has emerged as a perfect solution for those seeking an eco-friendly way to stay active. Among these, the Revom Electric Tricycle stands out for its unique blend of stability, comfort, and practicality. Whether you’re looking for a better way to get around town, or simply want to enjoy low-impact exercise with ease, this tricycle has much to offer.

Unmatched Stability and Comfort

One of the primary advantages of an electric tricycle is its stability. The three-wheel design ensures a smooth and steady ride, giving you greater confidence on the road. The Revom tricycle allows you to enjoy the journey without the worry of tipping over or losing control. Ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels.

Along with stability comes comfort. The Revom is designed with ergonomic seating and handlebars, ensuring that long rides are easy on your body. The upright position of a tricycle reduces strain on your back and wrists, meaning you can ride further without discomfort.

Low-Impact Exercise That Keeps You Active

For those looking to stay fit without the stress of high-impact workouts, the Revom Electric Tricycle provides the perfect solution. Pedaling on a tricycle offers a low-impact form of exercise. It is easier on your joints while still providing a good cardiovascular workout. The electric assist feature means you can decide when to pedal harder for exercise or let the motor take over for a relaxing ride. This flexibility is key for people looking to maintain an active lifestyle, whether for health, fitness, or just enjoyment.

Eco-Friendly Transportation

In today’s eco-conscious world, finding alternatives to gas-guzzling cars is a priority for many. The Revom Electric Tricycle runs on electric power, making it a greener choice for daily commutes or weekend adventures. By choosing an electric trike, you’re not only reducing your carbon footprint but also contributing to cleaner air and a quieter environment. With the ability to go further distances on a single charge, you can leave your car at home more often. The electric tricycle is a more sustainable mode of transport.

Ample Storage and More Freedom to Explore

Another standout feature of the Revom Electric Tricycle is its generous storage space. Whether you’re heading to the supermarket, the local park, or even on a day trip, the large storage compartments mean you can easily carry your shopping, picnic supplies, or personal belongings without the need for additional bags or baskets. This added capacity allows for greater freedom, letting you explore further, faster, and for longer periods of time..

A Ride for Everyone

Ultimately, the Revom Electric Tricycle offers something for everyone. Whether you’re seeking a stable, comfortable ride, a way to stay active, or a greener alternative to driving, the Revom tricycle ticks all the boxes. Its innovative design and thoughtful features make it an ideal choice for those who want to explore the world around them in a more sustainable and enjoyable way.

Powabyke offer users the chance to hire an electric tricycle before you buy, giving you the opportunity to test ride one to see if it suits your needs. Call 01761 568085 or email sales@powabyke.com for more details.

Why not check out some more pictures of the Revom electric tricycle on our Instagram page!

So, why not take the leap and experience the benefits of an electric tricycle? With the Revom, your adventures will be smoother, greener, and more exciting than ever before.

Are you ready to revolutionise the way you move around the city? Whether it’s transporting your kids, doing the weekly shop, or carrying tools from job to job, an electric cargo bike is your versatile, eco-friendly, and cost-effective solution!

Here are some reasons why an electric cargo bike is the best investment you can make:

Beat the Traffic

No more sitting in bumper-to-bumper traffic! With an electric cargo bike, you’ll glide past congested roads using cycle lanes and quiet streets, saving time on every trip.

Health Benefits

Enjoy the physical and mental benefits of cycling without the strain. Electric assistance means you can get a workout while staying in control of your energy levels, giving your body exercise in a way that fits your lifestyle.

Save Money

Say goodbye to fuel costs, parking fees, and vehicle maintenance expenses. Charging your electric bike is a fraction of the cost of running a car, and maintenance is minimal compared to a traditional vehicle.

Fun and Versatile

Electric cargo bikes are fun for the whole family! You can easily transport your kids on school runs or weekend outings, pick up your weekly groceries, or carry work equipment from job to job. It’s the perfect multi-purpose tool.

Environmentally Friendly

Join the green movement and reduce your carbon footprint by making the switch to an electric cargo bike. Lower emissions, no fuel consumption, and a more sustainable lifestyle are just a ride away.

Experience the freedom and benefits of an electric cargo bike – a smart, healthy, and fun way to move through life.

Get in touch with us today to learn more about our models or book a test ride!

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Powabyke UK has secured sole UK distribution rights with Italian brand MBM for its entire range of push and e-bikes, with stock currently arriving in bike dealerships around the country.

Established in 1998, Powabyke’s move into push bikes reflects the company’s drive to meet changes in public demand over the years, as well as reflecting the company’s plan to grow the business and diversify into other cycling-related channels.

Frank Curran, director of Powabyke UK, said: “Cycling has seen an extraordinary level of uptake over the last six months and has at times led to shortages of all sorts of parts – from inner tubes, wheels and tyres, to adult bikes. Many people are turning to electric and push bikes as an alternative to commuting on public transport, or for fitness and recreation. This huge and unexpected surge in demand of all types has stripped many bike shops of their stock. Even now, bikes are in short supply, with many suppliers out of stock until spring of next year!

“It’s important to Powabyke to offer quality bicycles to the UK cycle trade, enabling shops to replenish stock and help with continuity of supply to the public. We are working closely with MBM in Italy, and hope to provide its full range to our dealers within a matter of days. Plans are also afoot for a large presence at the Cycle Show in April next year, where we will be exhibiting the entire MBM range.”

Powabyke UK said it is “proud” to bring MBM’s Italian design and engineering to its network of dealers across the UK, complementing the company’s electric bikes with push bikes to offer a full range.

“We already have a stock of bikes ready to dispatch to our dealers,” added Curran. “Within the range, we offer ladies and gents hybrids, MTBs and children’s bikes, as well as some classic style urban cycles. Alongside supporting our established dealers, we are now actively looking for new dealers to join our team to help distribute the MBM range of bikes, so we urge shops to email sales@powabyke.com or call 01761 568085 to discuss working with us.”

MBM sales director Vincenzo Medugno said: “We are pleased to extend our range with Powabyke to offer even more bikes to the UK. We are proud to be working with Powabyke, which has a fantastic network of dealers throughout the UK which continues to grow. We look forward to continuing our relationship to keep up with public demand for both e-bikes and conventional cycles.”

If you would like more information about Powabyke’s range, or to discuss the opportunities as a bike dealer, call 01761 568085. For more general information visit www.Powabyke.com.

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Now that everyone is doing their best to stick to social distancing, another important aspect is often forgotten: adequate exercise. Adequate exercise improves your body’s immune system and thus protects you better against COVID-19.

But now that the gyms are closed and outdoor sports in groups are no longer possible, many people must switch gears: how do I get enough exercise? The answer is surprisingly simple: go cycling!

Cycling protects you against COVID-19 in many ways. Here are five reasons to show you why, plus a smart tip for retailers and caterers.

1. Strengthening your immune system
Cycling has a positive effect on the health of almost all people. During cycling, your airways are well ventilated and the blood supply is better, according to the German virologist Michael Barczok in the German magazine, Der Spiegel: “The deeper breathing helps to cleanse the lungs better. That is optimal when it comes to virus protection.”

Moreover, you inhale more oxygen in the outdoors. And that’s healthy; for your memory, your skin and your lungs. Your body also builds more vitamin D, which contributes to your body’s immune system, improves your mood and sleeping. Besides, cycling reduces blood pressure and is good for diabetics.

2. Part of daily exercise
The bicycle is always a good means of transport, even more so during the period of COVID-19. Now that the gyms are closed and many people work from home, it is difficult to get your daily dose of exercise. RIVM advises in this regard: “Do 150 minutes a week of moderately intense exercises, such as walking and cycling, spread over several days.” Grab your daily much-needed exercise, go cycling!

3. Protect yourself and others: cycling as an alternative to public transport
Cycling not only keeps you at a distance from others but also reduces the risk of contamination by the touching of surfaces. Think of travelling on public transport. The virus can survive on surfaces for a longer period than in the air and can still be contagious. “Touching anything in public, is, therefore, a fundamental risk,” said Barczok. By cycling instead of taking public transport, you avoid many risks for yourself and others.

4. You automatically keep your distance
According to Gerd Antes, the bicycle is the “perfect form of self-protection”. You quickly keep your distance from others on your bicycle. The chance that you breathe in the micro-drops that transmit the virus while cycling is virtually zero. According to RIVM, venturing outside is no problem, provided you follow the guidelines that have been drawn up.

5. Cycling makes you happier
Now, with many people stressed out from everything that this virus pandemic entails, relaxation is very important. Perhaps the last tip is, therefore, the most important (and most fun): by cycling outdoors, you allow your body and your mind to relax. And the best part is this: the happiness hormones, endorphins, are released during cycling. You will be happier when cycling. So, grab that bike and make a nice trip every day.

✅ We remain open for visits by appointment only.

✅ We are continuing to fulfill website orders including electric bikes, batteries, spare parts, tricycles, electric tricycles, scooters and accessories.

🚲 We are still sending out bikes, spares and accessories every evening by courier.

🔧 Servicing and repairs we are keeping to essential frontline workers only.

🚨 We have made the decision to take on repairs and servicing for other e-bike brands to frontline workers only. We realise that a few cycle shops have closed in the area resulting in a shortage of places to take your bikes to be fixed.

🏠 Above all we want you to stay safe, and stay at home unless you are an essential worker.

👍 We are looking forward to seeing you all on the other side!

Stock of 13amp and 16amp Freego Batteries

Freego batteries are now in stock, as well as various parts including thumb throttles, circuit boards, chargers and LCD displays. We have both the 13amp Freego battery and the 16amp Freego battery available. All are 36v and using Panasonic (March 22) battery cells. They are complete batteries in cases and suitable for all models, Eagle, Hawk, Regency and Folding bike models. They come complete with the rail and base to upgrade older versions of the previously mentioned models.

36v 13 Amp Battery

• 36v 13amp Lithium battery
• Suitable for all recent models
  Suitable for older models as supplied with rail and base plate
• Samsung battery cells
• FreeGo Hawk, Regency, Folding and Eagle models
• SRP £399
• 30-45 mile range**

36v 15.6 Amp Battery

• 36v 16amp Lithium battery
• Suitable for all recent models
• Suitable for older models as supplied with rail and base plate
• Samsung battery cells
• FreeGo Hawk, Regency, Folding and Eagle models
• SRP £479
• 40-55 mile range**

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Powabyke add the Razor E-Prime Air Electric Scooter to it’s product range!

Electric Scooters Are Increasingly Popular

Comfort, performance, and style? The Razor E Prime Air premium electric scooter has it all! With a sleek, sophisticated design, 8” (200 mm), pneumatic front tire, and aluminum frame, the E Prime Air is perfect for commuting to work, running errands, (local laws will apply) or just riding around town.

Thumb Activated

A smooth ride, every time, simply activate the throttle to feel the power of the high-torque, brushless hub motor at speeds of up to 15 mph (24 km/h). Ride in comfort – and in style – for up to 40 continuous minutes on a single charge.

Enjoy Your Razor Smile…!

Featuring patent-pending, anti-rattle technology and adjustable-height handlebars, the E Prime Air gets every rider where they need to go with the electric efficiency you’ve come to expect from Razor. Comfort, speed, and style, the Razor E Prime Air has it all!

• Motor: Kick-to-start, high-torque, brushless, hub-driven
• Throttle: Thumb-activated, variable-speed, paddle controlled
• Brake: Thumb-activated paddle and rear-fender controlled
• Grips: Prism-shaped design, molded in soft rubberMotor: Kick-to-start, high-torque, brushless, hub-driven
• Downtube: Aluminum, featuring patent-pending anti-rattle folding mechanism
• Razor’s most sophisticated electric scooter offers a sleek design, high-torque, brushless hub motor, and a large, pneumatic (air filled) front tire for the smoothest ride around.
• Throttle with thumb-activated, variable-speed, paddle control puts the power at your fingertips!
• Get where you’re going in style, reaching speeds of up to 15 mph (24 km/h) for up to 40 minutes of continuous use!
• Sturdy, aluminum frame and adjustable-height handlebars support riders up to 200 pounds (91 kg).
• Large 8” (200 mm), pneumatic (air filled) front tyre and 8” (200 mm), airless, flat-free rear tire soften even the roughest terrain for a smooth ride, every time.
• Includes patent-pending, anti-rattle, folding technology.

Up to 50% Off a range of cycle locks and chain available now!

Is Your Lock Up To The Job?

With the cost of electric bikes increasing, the last thing you want is your pride and joy being stolen. Make sure you secure your ebike with an approved lock that will do the job. Cycle locks are rated as to their toughness.

Bronze – Ideal for short journeys in to town where bikes will be left within sight, but not within reach

Silver – They tend to be more secure and will prevent a 3 minute prolonged attempt to steal your electric bike. Hopefully a passerby would have interrupted the attempted cycle theft and the would be ebike thief scarpers empty handed.

Gold – These cycle locks tend to be far more expensive and heavy. These products will withstand a thief for up to 5 minutes with all conceivable tools, during which time it is hoped they would either be put off and leave, or be disturbed. They are meant for the long term parking of your electric bike or electric trike such as places of work where the bike will be locked up all day. You may want to consider leaving your lock attached to the fixing point if it is a daily locking point, thus meaning you aren’t carrying a heavy cycle chain to and from work everyday!

Carefully Choose Where You Park Your Electric Bike

Where you leave your electric bike can greatly reduce the chances of it being stolen.

• Lock your ebike in busy areas such as high streets or reception areas.
• Lock it to something that has both ends securely attached or bolted the the wall or the floor.
• Don’t lock your electric bike where it blocks access for prams and pushchairs, or on to railings that specifically say NO BIKE PARKING!
• Use well lite areas that are well visable.

For the full range of electric bike cycle security, please click on the link below.

Powabyke still have thousands of electric bikes on the UK roads with some dating back over 20 years! The Somerset based electric bike company still supply many parts for the older generation bikes including the original lead acid battery cells. Prices start at £149 for a set of 3 lead acid batteries that fit inside the case such as the Shopper bike battery pictured above.

The three 12v lead acid cells are wired up giving you 36v. The volts give you the power, while the amps give you the range. So a 7.2amp battery will give you approx 10-15 miles unassisted, while a 15amp battery will give you 30-40 miles unassisted. Please note though, there are many varying factors that affect range:

• Size of rider/load being carried
• Head winds
• Hills
• Tyre pressure
• Air temperature
• Temperature of battery when charging
• Age of battery
• Rider effort
• Urban cycling vs long country cycling (stopping and starting frequently in a city environment will reduce range as the initial acceleration draws a lot more power compared to a bike that is travelling continuously at the maximum speed).

Many of the old lead acid batteries can also be updated to lithium by an approved Powabyke Agent. Why not call Powabyke to discuss the options and prices. This service is what helps keep Powabyke electric bikes riding around the roads of the UK and beyond!

For more details call 01761 568085 or email sales@powabyke.com

Remember it is not only Powabyke electric bikes that we can supply parts for a repair, it is also many other brands. We have even fitted batteries to golf buggies and mobility scooters to help out some locals!