# Removable Battery E-Bikes The Cowboy E-Bike Has Pedal-Assist and a Removable Battery By Daniel Johnson | Published 2019-06-11 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-ebike References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/8/18656321/cowboy-e-bike-preview-price-date-removable-battery) & [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/8/18656321/cowboy-e-bike-preview-price-date-removable-battery) A Belgian startup has created the 2019 [Cowboy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-cross) e-bike, the bike features a pedal assist function and a removable battery. The bike has an [anti-theft GPS function](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock) so owners could track down stolen bikes, a Bluetooth beacon can also be used to search for the bike in a specific building. Unlike previous models, the new 2019 version of the bike will be able to function without the bikes associated app, however, lights on the front and back of the bike need to be turned on and off using the app. The new cowboy e-bike will start production this year in Poland. The Cowboy e-bike is powered by a [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mokwheel-basalt) lithium-ion battery, the battery has a 360W output, which allows for a 70km range. The battery can also be charged in approximately three hours. Image Credit: Cowboy ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 64% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) > [Transportation](https://www.trendhunter.com/transportation) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Removable Battery E-bikes:** The trend of wearable technology in e-bikes opens up opportunities for innovative energy solutions and improved user convenience. - **Anti-theft GPS Function:** The integration of anti-theft GPS in e-bikes presents opportunities for enhanced security measures and theft prevention in the cycling industry. - **Bluetooth Beacon Technology:** The utilization of Bluetooth beacon technology in e-bikes offers potential for location tracking and easy retrieval, enhancing user experience and reducing the risk of loss. ### Where This Applies - **Electric Bicycle Industry:** The electric bicycle industry can leverage the trend of removable battery e-bikes to differentiate their products and provide greater flexibility to riders. - **Technology and Security Industry:** The integration of anti-theft GPS function in e-bikes creates opportunities for technology and security providers to develop innovative solutions for theft prevention and tracking. - **Cycling Accessories Industry:** The incorporation of Bluetooth beacon technology in e-bikes opens up avenues for cycling accessories manufacturers to develop products that enhance bike tracking and retrieval capabilities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Functional No-Frills E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-cross.md) - [Dutch-Style Cruiser eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-cruiser.md) - [Comfort-Focused Dutch E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-1.md) - [Tech-Enabled E-Bike Customizations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cowboy-connect.md) - [Battery-Swappable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bqi-c3-pro.md) - [Compact Battery eBike Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swytch-ebike-conversion-kit.md) - [Range-Roving Commuter E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rangeroving-commuter-ebike.md) - [Modular Battery E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ego-power-mini-bike.md) - [Removable Headlight eBikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-bike-concept-design.md)