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.  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 […]

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 […]