What made you choose a MeloYelo ebike versus other competing options? Price was a major factor, but also the marketing was different. What do you love most about your MeloYelo ebike? The colour. The simplicity of operation. How has your ebike changed your life, if at all? It has added another choice to my range […]
Inside every battery pack are a bunch of individual battery cells – about the size of AA batteries – known as 18650 cells. They are called 18650 cells because they are 18mm in diameter and 65mm long. Those cells are produced by a number of manufacturers: Some in Japan, some in Korea, and some in […]
If your top priority is a comfortable ride, then it’s important to consider all of the ways in which a bike can deliver comfort for you. Options for increasing rider comfort include: Choice of saddle Choice of suspension Suspension seat post Hand grips A throttle that powers the bike independently from your legs Custom fitting […]
There’s a lot of misinformation out there about mid drive vs rear hub drive motors. So, let’s tackle this issue. The primary customers for MeloYelo ebikes are seniors – older people who intend to use their electric bike for riding urban cycleways, rail trails, and wine trails, for example. For these intended uses, electric bikes […]
It was our lucky day when we came across MeloYelo. Rob responded quickly to my initial phone message and was excellent at answering our questions. Â He set up an appointment with Malcolm, the bike mechanic, to view the bikes. Malcolm was fantastic. He articulated the features of each bikes in a manner that we could […]
Peter and Denise are enthusiastic new owners of two MeloYelo eBikes: The FAT20 and the TeeBike. They’ve just completed over 365 km on different bike trails throughout the South Island over a three-week period. Team Chunky’s Story “Team Chunky” we called ourselves as the bikes were so distinctive with their fat tyres that we attracted […]
With the boom in the popularity of eBikes, there is a growing range of makes and models in New Zealand to review and choose from. So how do you choose an eBike that’s right for you? A good starting place is to define what you will be using your eBike for. What will you be […]
Baby Boomers are quickly becoming the biggest market for eBikes, and for good reason. eBike improves health! According to a study from the University of Colorado Boulder, using an eBike on a regular basis can provide riders with an effective workout while improving aspects of cardiovascular health, especially for those who have been previously inactive. […]
MeloYelo has just concluded a survey amongst people who have downloaded the free eBike Guide or attended one of our free educational workshops. Those who have already purchased eBikes are using their bikes primarily for either leisure riding with family and friends or commuting to work. 87% of owners say that they are getting more […]
The top 5 reasons to switch to a MeloYelo electric bike today
Online vs Local Stores: Best Way to Buy Electric Bikes in NZ
