Michael Blast Blog

eBike Brakes: Maintenance, Cleaning & Everything Else You Need to Know

eBike Brakes: Maintenance, Cleaning & Everything Else You Need to Know
How should you clean your eBike brakes, and what are the steps for flushing and replacing the fluid? Learn how to do all this and more with this guide from the team at Michael Blast, so that you can care for your new eBike with ease.

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John Dem

Basic eBike Maintenance: What to Look At & When

Basic eBike Maintenance: What to Look At & When
Where do you find your maximum tire pressure? How often should you charge your battery? Find the answers to these questions and more from the team of expert eBike builders at Michael Blast.

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John Dem

How to Enjoy An All-Day eBike Cruise

How to Enjoy An All-Day eBike Cruise

What should you pack for an all-day eBike trip? What bike accessories will you need? How can you stay comfortable and safe the whole time? Michael Blast has the answers to these questions and more in this handy guide.

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John Dem

Mid Drive vs. Hub Drive Electric Bikes: Which Is Best For You?

Mid Drive vs. Hub Drive Electric Bikes: Which Is Best For You?

Hub drive motors are simple and economical, while mid drive motors offer smooth power and intuitive performance. Learn more about choosing between these different types of eBike motors here.

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John Dem

A Brief History of Electric Bikes

A Brief History of Electric Bikes
From early electric bikes to the powerful, motorcycle-inspired models of Michael Blast, eBikes have come a long way. In this article, we walk you through their evolution so you can understand what modern eBikes offer and choose a model that will power your upcoming two-wheeled adventures.

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John Dem

The Best eBikes that Look Like Motorcycles

The Best eBikes that Look Like Motorcycles
eBikes aren’t motorcycles—but they can look just as good, and these models prove it. Check out the best eBikes that look like motorcycles, courtesy of the vintage-obsessed team of gearheads here at Michael Blast.

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John Dem

Looking at the Cafe Racer Bike & Motorcycle Subculture

Looking at the Cafe Racer Bike & Motorcycle Subculture

Cafe racer eBikes? They’re a thing. Learn all about the cafe racer style and subculture here—then enjoy the same lightweight, stripped-down design of these classic European custom standard motorcycles in an eco-friendly package with modern technology.

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John Dem

Why Scrambler Bikes (& Motorcycles) Are Exploding in Popularity

Why Scrambler Bikes (& Motorcycles) Are Exploding in Popularity

The Michael Blast Outsider and other scrambler eBikes take their cues from classic European motorcycles by top Italian and English brands. Learn what makes these bikes so versatile, and why the scrambler style translates so perfectly to the world of electric bicycles.

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John Dem