4 Tips for Riding with Your Children on Electric Bikes

As the sales of electric bikes have skyrocketed, electric bikes are entering the lives of most people no matter what they are using ebikes for. Among families, an electric bike is both convenient and eco-friendly. For those who already have kids, it's a great way to unwind from all the stress and pressure.

But, sometimes you just can’t spare some time to enjoy riding ebikes, the responsibility of parenting can be avoided, what would you do? Abandon the fun of riding an ebike? Actually, you don't have to do that, but you can choose to ride on your ebikes with your kid.

While riding with your kid on the electric bike, it requires extra attention and cares to make sure nobody gets hurt, especially your kid because it could be quite different to have another person on your ebike, even though it is just a little kid. In this article, we will walk you through 4 tips for riding with your Children on electric bikes.

2 Questions to Ask Before We Proceed

1. Can you carry a child on an ebike?

Generally, the answer is yes, but it can change based on different situations. When it comes to a baby less than 10 months old, you are not recommended to carry him/her on an electric bike even though you have a rear seat specifically designed for babies. While riding on uneven roads, it could be really dangerous for toddlers as their whole bodies are too fragile.

If your children are more than 1 or 2 years old, you could carry them on your ebikes. Of course, a bike child seat is absolutely needed, and you must pay extra attention to the roads or streets you are going to ride on. Flat terrains are always safer than uneven and rocky roads.

When your kids are old enough, like 7 or 8 years old, maybe you can just carry them on an ebike without child seats.

2. Is it allowed to carry kids on ebikes by law?

According to laws in the United States, kids who are less than 16 years old should wear helmets when they are riding ebikes. When it comes to transporting children on ebikes, there are no specific restrictions on it in the US. All you need to concentrate on is safety. Besides the age restrictions mentioned above, you will avoid putting your child in the front basket in case you will possibly lose balance and hurt both your kid and yourself.

Please note that no matter how old your kid is, you should make sure he is ready for bike rides in case he gets injured.

4 Tips for Riding with Your Children on Electric Bikes

1. Select the right ebike

The first priority when it comes to riding ebikes with your kids is the bike itself. If you are going to pick up an ebike for your kid to ride with you, then an electric bike for adults is absolutely not the one you are looking for. You may go to some bike shops where you can purchase smaller ebikes for children.

If you intend to carry your kid on an ebike, then you must know which ebike to choose. At least you should know an electric mountain bike doesn’t fit at all, which is designed for riding off-road. From our perspective, the right ebike for carrying children should feature a large load capacity, a comfortable full suspension system for shock- absorption, and a long rear rack for mounting child seat.

It may sound a little complicated to find such an ebike, but Magicyle Deer can answer the call. Besides the features mentioned above, Magicycle Deer also comes with a pair of 26-inch fat tires, which help to give more comfortable bike rides. With the powerful 750W motor, the Deer is strong enough to carry both you and your kid at ease.

2. Be sure to wear helmets

Wearing helmets is not only for the safety of your kids, but also yours. There are some things to consider while buying a helmet for your child. First, the size. Make sure the helmet fits the head of your children. An oversized or undersized helmet can not be good for their safety. Moreover, an ebike helmet should meet safety standards. Some helmets are made of poor-quality materials, which can’t protect our heads effectively. Speaking of helmets, if it is available, you could buy your kid reflective clothing for increasing visibility.

3. Set up a speed limit

In cases of ebike accidents, the speed is always the culprit. The faster when you are riding an ebike, the more easily you will get As we are talking about riding ebikes with kids, we must assume that our kids can’t afford any injury. Therefore, it is indispensable to set up a speed limit.

Taking Magicycle Cruiser Pro as an example, it can reach a maximum speed of 28 mph. It is really fast and definitely not suitable for children. To ensure safety, we can bring the speed limit down to like 20 mph or less. That depends on your personal needs.

4. Ride in open areas instead of heavy traffic

To be safe and sound, it is always the best choice to ride in wide and open areas. That is going to help you enjoy the fun of riding with your kids completely without worrying about getting hurt. What is more important is that you must make sure to avoid heavy traffic when you are having a good time with your kids as it is one of the most dangerous things you can do.

Final Words

Riding with your kids on ebikes can bring you a lot of fun and some happy family time, but it is far more important to follow the safety instructions mentioned above as safety is always the top priority.

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