# Reliable Budget-Friendly Ebikes The BirdBike from BIRD is a Cost-Friendly Bike for Casual Riding By Colin Smith | Published 2023-06-16 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdbike References: [cultofmac](https://www.cultofmac.com/820191/birdbike-elecric-bike-sale/) & [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqCowdm13pA)  The BirdBike is a new electric bike from [BIRD](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-bike), a company known for its shared electric scooters. The bike has a sleek design that resembles the [VanMoof](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanmoof-s4-and-x4) e-bikes, with a slightly elongated top tube and embedded front and rear lights. The bike also features a thumb throttle, a [Gates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bergblitz-s9e) carbon belt drive, and a removable battery that can be charged on or off. The BirdBike has a 500W rear hub motor that provides pedal- and throttle-assisted power. The bike can reach speeds of up to 20 mph and has a range of up to 50 miles on pedal assist mode or 20 miles on throttle mode. The bike costs $2,299 and is available in two colors: stealth black and cloud white. The bike also has an anti-theft alarm system that can be activated through the Bird app. The BirdBike is currently available for purchase in the US and Canada through BIRD's website. Image Credit: Cult of Mac Deals, BIRD ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Affordable Ebikes:** The popularity of the BirdBike suggests a trend towards affordable electric bikes that offer a budget-friendly option for casual riders. - **Sleek Design:** The sleek design of the BirdBike reflects a trend in the electric bike industry towards more aesthetically pleasing and stylish designs. - **Integrated Technology:** The BirdBike's embedded lights and anti-theft alarm system highlight a trend of integrating advanced technology into electric bikes for enhanced functionality. ### Who This Affects Most - **Electric Bike Manufacturing:** The electric bike manufacturing industry can leverage the trend of affordable ebikes to target a broader consumer base and increase sales. - **Urban Mobility:** The trend of sleekly designed electric bikes opens up opportunities for the urban mobility industry to provide convenient and eco-friendly transport solutions. - **Smart Bike Accessories:** The demand for integrated technology in electric bikes creates opportunities for the smart bike accessories industry to develop innovative products that enhance the biking experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [E-Mobility Vehicle Suites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bird-flex.md) - [Long-Range City Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elops-500.md) - [Low-Cost Lightweight Commuter eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dahon-kfeather.md) - [Ultra-Affordable Folding Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eb-5-swagcycle.md) - [Entry-Level Step-Thru eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berlin-3.md) - [Step-Through Urban E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kbo-breeze-stepthru.md) - [Ultra-Minimalist Electric Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/detroit-bikes-electric-dbe.md) - [Featherweight Smart E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/featherweight-smart-ebike.md) - [Elegantly Lightweight E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elegantly-lightweight-ebike.md)