Four Benefits of Outfitting Your eBike with Garmin

Once a niche market, electric bikes — or eBikes — have become a popular choice for both recreational riders and fitness enthusiasts. Whether it’s a smooth commute to work, a ride with friends or a quick jaunt to the convenience store, an eBike provides a more efficient and eco-friendly way to travel. And it just so happens that Garmin products work just as seamlessly for eBike riders as they do for traditional cyclists.

1. Performance and Fitness Tracking

Garmin GPS bike computers are used across the globe by professional athletes, beginners and everyone in between. With bike-specific mapping and performance monitoring, there’s a cycling computer in the Edge® lineup that’s tailor-made for your needs, whether you simply want to know how far and how fast you rode, or you need a more comprehensive look at advanced metrics such as VO2 max and training status. 

Not sure which Edge you need? Read more about which Garmin bike computer is right for you.

2. Bike-specific Navigation

Need help knowing where to go? (Don’t we all?) Garmin Edge devices come packed with advanced GPS routing and, depending on which Edge you own, there are plenty of navigation perks. For example, when you connect your compatible eBike to an Edge device, such as the Edge 1050, you can get smart routing and range alerts based on battery status, assist level and your planned course.

Thanks to a built-in speaker, verbal navigation prompts in the Edge® 1050 alert you to what’s next on your route, and a bike bell helps alert other riders and pedestrians to your presence.

3. Connectivity

You can sync your compatible Garmin smartwatch seamlessly to your compatible eBike so you can record data from your ride. Once you complete your ride, you can view data, including the remaining eBike battery percentage, ride time, distance traveled and more. Plus, you can even see how the ride affected health metrics such as recovery off the bike.

4. Peace of Mind

Peace of mind is critical for cyclists, especially when you’re riding in a high-traffic area. The Varia™ eRTL615 is a bike radar designed specifically for eBikes and can visually and audibly alert you (via your compatible smartwatch or bike computer) to approaching cars. When a vehicle approaches from behind, the radar will flash to provide a visual alert for the driver.

Want more information on Garmin’s cycling offerings? Dive in here to learn more.