Electric bike technology leaps ahead.

Electric bike technology has moved forward slowly over the past 10 years. Developments by Panasonic in Japan, over the past five years have lead to the perfection of a high capacity Lithium Ion battery, suitable for Electric bikes. Now Panasonic has combined the best Electric Bike technology with the best battery technology by creating the Panasonic Pedalec.

Electric bike technology has moved forward slowly over the past 10 years.

Developments by Panasonic in Japan, over the past five years have lead to the perfection of a high capacity Lithium Ion battery, suitable for Electric bikes.

Now Panasonic has combined the best Electric Bike technology with the best battery technology by creating the Panasonic Pedalec.

oThis beautiful machine is just 16.9 kg in weight

oFolds up into a small package, of just 86cm x 39 cm x 65.5 cm.

oHas a range of 32 kms

oHas a Li-ion battery weighing in at just 1 kg and charges in 2.3 hours.

oFitted with a 7 speed derailleur, offering you a fantastic wide gear range

Lithium -Ion battery technology lasts much longer than either Lead Acid or Nickel Metal Hydride and does not suffer from the memory effects, sometimes experienced with those battery technologies.

Meaning it can be topped-up at any time without impairing its long life.

Please visit www.electricbikesdirect.co.uk or call 0870 345 0775 for more information.

1.The Panasonic Pedalec costs 1249 including a superb carry bag, mudguards and free delivery in the UK.

2.Electric Bikes Direct supplies a wide range of Folding Electric Bikes to suit all budgets. All comply with UK regulations.

3.Models currently available are BliSS, Bright Bikes, Dahon, Honda, Panasonic and Koolgachet.

4.All are fitted with EPAS (Electronic Pedal Assist System), which is a system that requires you to pedal before the motor starts and stops the motor when you brake.