Automatic Electric Bikes Explained: Are They Worth It?

Riding an automatic E-Bike should feel effortless. You get on the E-Bike, start pedaling and you go. Though pedal assist takes the edge off the hills and long stretches, still shifting gears can break the feeling of smooth riding. 

Imagine yourself coming up the hill and hesitating over whether to shift the gears or not. You also sometimes realise that you are stuck and it's too hard to gear up. Or you're clicking through several gears just trying to find a comfortable rhythm again.

Nothing is difficult but it pulls away your focus from the ride. Here’s where the automatic electric bike has become talk of the town. 

What is an Automatic Shifting E-Bike?

The concept of a self-shifting electric bike is simple. These are the E-Bikes which have self shifting gear systems. You pedal and the bike changes gears for you. The E-Bike changes the gear according to speed and pedaling force so you don't have to click the shifter again and again. So, instead of managing gears you can just ride, feel the breeze and enjoy the experience. 

An automatic gear electric pairs this shifting logic with the belt gear E-Bike. The traditional chain is swapped with a carbon belt which cuts down the maintenance even further.

This is exactly the thinking behind our Hygge Bikes Automatic Series. The Virum Auto and Herlev Auto both come with automatic shifting together with Ananda automatic 3-speedh system, a Gates carbon belt drive, responsive torque sensor technology, Tektro hydraulic brakes and removable Samsung battery, built for smooth riding from the pedal first pedal stroke. h

Who Benefits from Automatic Shifting E-Bike?

As each rider is different , Automatic shifting isn’t for every rider but it’s a genuine upgrade for:

• The new cyclists who just started cycling and find manual gear system confusing

• City commuters who are dealing with constant stop start and signals and have unpredictable inclines.

• The Low maintenance seekers who would never like think about lubing a chain and would prefer belt gear e-bike.

• Anyone who just wants to ride without managing mechanics along the way. 

If you are a hill- climbing enthusiast or a rider who wants full control over the gear ratio then a traditional multi-speed derailleur setup will be better for you, not the automatic e-bike.

Is it worth it?

For everyday urban riding , it's a yes. The appeal of an automatic e-bike isn’t about going faster it is about removing all the small, recurring distractions so you can focus or ride itself. 

Combined with a belt drive , you can also get a quieter and cleaner looking bike that needs far less upkeep than a traditional chain and derailleur setup. 

If you are searching for the best automatic electric bike, UK riders currently have to look for a model that pairs with auto-shifting with quality 

components; torque sensors, hydraulic brakes and reliable battery. That;s exactly the standard behind the Hygge Bikes Automatic Series and why the Virum Auto and Herlev Auto have become two of our most talked about models. 

Ready to try one for yourself? Explore our Automatic Series or book a test ride today.