Does Extra Weight Really Cut Your E-Bike Range?
Does extra weight cut your e-bike range? Barely on the flat, a lot on hills – 2.7Wh per 10kg per 100m climbed. The physics, and what it means in Sydney.
September 10, 2026
Does extra weight cut your e-bike range? Barely on the flat, a lot on hills – 2.7Wh per 10kg per 100m climbed. The physics, and what it means in Sydney.
Do you need a helmet on an e-bike in NSW? Yes – riders and passengers must wear an approved helmet. Sydney rules, 25 km/h limits and free helmet fit checks.