9 Best Women’s Electric Bikes

There are lots of reasons to buy an electric bike, also known as an e-bike.  Perhaps you are trying to drive less and get around more by bike.  Or, you might be out of shape or have an impairment that makes an e-assist help you meet your goals of riding a century or climbing up that mountain.  

Whatever type of riding you’re planning on doing with your e-bike, we’ve rounded up a list of the best options for women.  Some of these are true women’s-specific bikes while others are simply bikes that have a wide variety of sizes and appropriate geometry for ladies.

If you’re brand new to e-bikes, you might also want to scroll all the way to the bottom of the article. There we’ve shared some tips on what to look for–types of motors, batteries, etc.

Electric Commuter Bikes + Recreational Bikes

Do you plan on using your electric bike primarily for running errands and getting to work?  If so, they a commuter bike will be your best bet.  We’ve got a couple of awesome options for either hauling you around or for hauling you and all your groceries and gear.

Several of these bikes (like the Townie GO and the Civia Parkway) also work really well just for recreational riding. If you want to cruise around the neighborhood or go to the beach, choose a simple Dutch-style bike.

Yuba Electric Boda Boda

Replace your car with the Yuba Boda Boda.  This e-bike has it all: a 220 pound cargo capacity (in addition to your bodyweight), integrated front and rear LED lights, super-strong Tektro Vela hydraulic disc brakes, and an integrated cycling computer.

What else should we mention?  Oh, the fenders, bike skirt, kickstand, and reliable Shimano motors.  The battery lasts between 20-93 miles per charge depending on speed, weight, etc.

This is a great bike for anybody who wants to haul groceries and run errands by bicycle.

Price (MSRP): $3,200

Blix Aveny

The Blix Aveny is the perfect bike for riding to work or to the library.  The rack on the back can carry your laptop bag or add some panniers to carry groceries.  If you have a child, you can also add a Yepp Seat to the rear rack.

This bike is the only one on this list that has both an electric assist and a throttle. (This makes it illegal in some locations, read our tips for picking out an e-bike to learn more). The Shengyi motor can propel you up to 20 mph and has a range of 20-40 miles. 

The thing we love most about the Blix Aveny is the pricetag. It takes longer to charge than some of the other bikes on this list, and has slightly cheaper componenets, but it’s a great intorductory electric bicycle for anybody who doesn’t want to spend a fortune.

Price (MSRP): $1,599

Tern Vectron S10 Folding E-Bike

The Tern Vectron is the perfect bike for folks who want to take their bike on the bus, subway, or who live in a tiny apartment.  The bike folds down for easy transport and storage. 

It also has a Bosch motor to propel you quickly around town.  The rear rack can carry a child or your gear.  We also love the integrated lighting system so you’ll never get caught in the dark.

Price (MSRP): $3,699

Other Electric Commuter Bikes To Consider

• Electra Townie Go – Super cute cruiser-style electric bike with a quick charging time.
• Specialized Women’s Turbo Vado 3.0 – Thanks to the front-suspension and all-terrain tires, this bike works well on gravel or dirt paths as well as pavement.
• Trek Super Commuter+ 8S – Sleek and fast. Perfect for getting to work in a hurry.
• Civia Parkway Step-Thru – Simple and sleek design.

Electric Road Bikes

Get a little assist on your next wine country tour or cross-country adventure.  These road bikes will get you wherever you want to go (as long as the road there is paved).

Cannondale Synapse

The Cannondale Synapse is designed for long days in the saddle.  The endurance-style geometry and “SAVE Micro-Suspension” will help keep you going hour after hour–not to mention the Bosch motor. 

You’ll also appreciate the tubeless-ready WTB wheelset, SRAM Apex 1 HRD hydraulic disc brakes, and carbon fork. Just make sure to charge it overnight so you can go hard again tomorrow.

Price (MSRP):$4,725

Pinarello Dyodo

Everything about the Pinarello Dydodo screams fast, from the sleek red and black paint scheme to the all-carbon build.  The bike boasts a full SRAM Force build and Mavic Aksuim wheelset. 

This bike will take you wherever you want to go however fast you want to go, and thanks to the stealthy design, folks will have to look real hard to even notice that it’s an e-bike.

Price (MSRP): $7,999

Orbea Gain

At only 30 pounds, the Orbea Gain is significantly lighter than most e-bikes, which means you’ll be able to go further faster.  Also, thanks to the hub drive motor, nobody will ever know you have pedal assist. 

The bike also boasts a Shimano 105 groupset, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, and Ready GR wheelset.

Price (MSRP):$3,299

Other Electric Road Bikes To Consider

• Trek Domane+ – Trek’s popular endurance race bike with an electric assist.
• Specialized Turbo Creo SL – Super light, super fast, but also super expensive.

Electric Mountain Bikes

If you want to hit up singletrack, dirt roads, or rail trails, a mountain bike is a good choice.  These pedal-assist mountain bikes will help you up even the steepest pitches.

Liv Emobolden E+ 2

The Liv Embolden E+ is a women’s-specific electric mountain bike which makes it a good choice for smaller women or anybody who might benefit from women-specific geometry. 

You’ll also be able to tackle just about anything with the full-suspension trail bike design, hydraulic disc brakes, and the tubeless-ready plus-sized 27.5-inch wheelset.  

Price (MSRP): $3,700

Cannondale Habit NEO

This is the e-assist version of the popular Cannondale Habit mountain bike.  You’ll love the TranzX dropper seatpost that allows you to lower your seat for descents without having to get off your bike, as well as the super-beefy 29×2.6″ tires. 

Finally, the 500 watt hour battery will go up to 60 miles so you can put in super long days on the bike.

Price (MSRP) : $4,200

Devinci DC

Fly down the trail with the Devinci DC–seriously, you can do up to 20 mph with the Devinci’s pedal-assist.  The bikes SRAM Hydraulic disc brakes provide plenty of stopping power, and the plus-sized tires will help keep you from stopping when you don’t want to.  The slack geometry makes this bike comfortable and stable for both beginners and experienced riders.

Price (MSRP): $5,799

Other Electric Mountain Bikes To Consider

• Pivot Shuttle –
• Norco Sight VLT C3
• Marin Nail Trail E1

Comparison Chart: Women’s Electric Bicycles

Not sure how all these bikes stack up?  Here’s a comparison chart to help you out.

Things To Think About When Shopping For A Women’s Electric Bike

Classes of E-Bikes

There are three different “classes” of electric bikes. Most of the he bikes listed here are Class 1 or Class 3, and can also be referred to as “pedal assist.” This is because they still require you to pedal to propel forward.

Class 1 e-bikes have a motor (up to 750w) and can propel you up to 20 mph. Class 3 e-bikes also have a maximum motor of 750w but can propel up to 28 mph. Both classes are allowed in most cities and states without any kind of special license.

Class 2 e-bikes (of which we’ve only included one here) have a more powerful motor and do not require you to pedal.

The Motor

Most e-bike motors are supplied by a few major brands. The most common are Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano, and Brose.

The power of the motor is measured in watts, and the torque of the motor is measured in newton meters. Both numbers will give you an idea of how much boost you’ll get. The greater the watts and nm the more power.

The Battery

A lot of folks pay a lot of attention to the motor on the e-bike they are buying and not enough attention to the battery. An even more important measurement than watts is watt-hours (or Wh). This tells you how much power you’ll get for how long. The more Wh the longer you’ll be able to ride before recharging. You should also consider how long the battery will take to recharge.

Another thing you may want to pay attention to is how obvious the battery is. Some bikes have a big bulky battery attached to the down-tube of the frame, while others have become more streamlined and nearly unnoticeable. Whether or not this matters to you is entirely personal preference.

Weight

Compared to a regular bike, a motor and battery can add a bunch of weight to an e-bike. Thanks to the electric assist you might not notice the weight that much while pedaling, but it can still make the bike more challenging to maneuver, load on your bike rack, or carry upstairs. More petite women, in particular, should pay attention to weight when shopping.

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