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120 bike shops offer TfL-supported e-bike test rides with discount offers
Carlton Reid16 hours ago
Transport for London partners with Association of Cycle TradersTransport for London has partnered with the Association of Cycle Traders and 120 bike shops to offer e-bike test rides. There are also discounts on offer via the scheme, which launched officially earlier todaty.
“E-bikes can break down the barriers that stop many Londoners cycling, including fitness, age and journey length,” said a TfL statement.
London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner Will Norman said: “We’re working hard to make cycling safer and more accessible, and these e-bikes can make a difference to those who feel unable to travel by bike. By providing a boost as you pedal, the bikes help riders cycle with ease but still improve their health, too.”
TfL research revealed that more than a fifth of people who don’t cycle are put off because they think they aren’t fit enough, feel distances are too long or say they are too old. “E-bikes can help overcome these concerns as the power assisted bikes allow the rider to cycle further, and uphill, with ease,” said TfL.
Londoners can find their local e-bike test ride centre on a dedicated website. The 120 retailers taking part range from 50cycles Advanced Electric Bikes to Wallington Cycles of Surrey.
