It depends on the state of depletion, but around 3-6 hours if completely discharged.

Yes, one of the main advantages of cycling a Ridstar Electric Bicycle is that it flattens hills and increases your average speed when tackling inclinesand headwinds. If you provide a reasonable amounted effort, you should be able to tackle anything from a 10% gradient up to 14% gradient. You'll be amazed at the relative ease with which your new Ridstar Electric Bike can tackle some of the most arduous journeys.

No, but it helps to prolong battery life. The motor on our bikes is both throttle and pedal assist controlled, allowing you to decide how much power you desire. Have you ever tried to cycle when speeding downhill on your normal bicycle? It's just like that. The motor is propelling you faster than you're cycling, so there is pretty much no resistance. It's merely a formality.

All of our bikes are equipped with brake levers that have a built-in safety switch that automatically cuts off the motor power under normal braking conditions. This not only ensures a safe unpowered stopping feature, but also protects the motor under braking conditions so that it isn't working against the brakes.

This all depends on a few factors. Cycling with pedal assist along a straight road under normal conditions, the standard battery should last about 40-60 km. Cycling up steep hills will obviously take more energy out of the battery and factors such as road surface, wind resistance, weight of the rider and tire pressure will affect your range.

The tires on our bikes are the same as conventional bicycles. Simply replace the tube with a tube of the right size and inflate it. No special tires or parts will be needed.

The E-bike has easily visible indicators located on the right handlebar or LED screen that show the amount of juice left. If it is getting low and you don't think you will make it to your destination, you can switch off your motor and keep it just for the difficult bits.

No, the batteries we use are Lithiumion batteries which do not suffer from memory effect. This means that there is no need to discharge a battery completely before you recharge it again. You can partially recharge the battery at any time without reducing its voltage or lifespan. We recommend recharging the battery after every use, regardless of how far you ride.