Leading cycle manufacturer Claud Butler are now fitting electric bike conversions to mountain and hybrid pedal bikes. Claud Butler have spent many years reviewing electric bikes, testing the latest battery technology and combined with 125 years bicycle maunfacturing experience, created probably the best value long lasting electric bike in the UK.

Claud Butler Glide 1 electric bike is available to test ride and buy in Leicester from Graham Goode Cycles.

Electric bikes help you save money, get more exercise and be kinder to the environment.

No DVLA bike registration. Does not require the rider to have a licence. No compulsory bike insurance, although recommended. No compulsory crash helmet, but recommended.

Glide 1 electric bike has a range of up to 25 miles per single battery charge.Ideal for commuting and leisure.

Li-ion electric bike battery life between 500 & 800 recharges.Glide 1 electric bike comes with its own battery charger. Li-ion rechargeable electric bike batteries are technically more advanced than the tradational heavy sealed lead acid SLA batteries. A Li-ion battery is lighter, more powerful, works down to -10 degrees C and has very lower lifetime costs.

Easy to read handlebar LED display panel with battery level indicator.

Glide1 has a  24 Volt 10 amp Li-ion battery integrated into the carrier system mounted above the rear mudguard, away from dirt, salt and water, giving more protection from the weather than most electric bike designs.

High power,effcient 250 Watt alloy rear hub electric powered bike motor.

UK maximum speed under electric assistance 15.5mph (25km/h) for electric pedal bikes. UK electric bike legal rider age minimum 14 years plus.

Low step over unisex design, light and strong aluminium 17″ frame, electric bike suitable for Ladies and Gents.Claud Butler Glide1 electric bike weighs only 26.5 kg.

Fully equipped hybrid style comfort bike, with front and rear mudguards, rear carrier rack, wide super comfort sprung seat with suspension seat post, adjustable angle high riser handlebar stem. Front suspension fork for a smoother ride.

Integrated puncture protection zone fast rolling 26″ tyres with strong wall wheel rims and 13g steel spokes.

Shimano 6 speed twist gear system easy to change, ideal for hills and inclines.

Not to be compared to Far East cheap electric bikes with poor quality components, disappearing importers and no spares back up.

Claud Butler Glide 1 Electric Bike Warrenty : Frame & Suspension Forks 2 years, Electrical Components 1 Year, Tyres,tubes and other accesory items 1 years excludes wear and tear.

Maximum rider weight including load 125KG (19 Stone 9 lbs)

Electirc bikes for sale in Leicester. Buy now from Graham Goode Cycles Tel 0116 245 2324

Electric Bike v Typical small car annual running costs comparison commuting approx 250 days a year at 20 miles a day

£10 Electric charge £1400 12,000 miles Fuel

Bike Insurance not Compulsory £400 Car Insurance

£200 Depreciation  (799.99)                          £1000 25% Car depreciation (£4000)

No Bike Road Tax                                          £120 car road tax

£40 bike                                                            £100 car servicing

£30 2x bike Tyres                                           £100 Tyre wear and tear

£280 £1.12 per day (250 days) £3120 £12.48 per day (250 days) Annual Total

£101 Electric Bike Insurance (not Compulsory)

Year 3 dependant on usage electric bike may need new battery cells £320