# Electric Bike Shifting Systems The MicroSHIFT 'eXCD' Shifting System is Cost-Effective By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shifting-system References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/microshift-excd-electronic-shifting/42270/) & [microshift.tw](http://www.microshift.com.tw/index.html) There are definitely other [electric bicycle shifting systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tq-hpr60) on the market, but none are quite like the MicroSHIFT 'eXCD' Shifting System. Designed to be much less costly than other systems on the market, the device offers up to six hours of shifting with each charge of the batteries. While other systems on the market have a wireless design aesthetic, the MicroSHIFT 'eXCD' Shifting System cuts costs by using a [wired connection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intelligent-cycling-system). This enables the device to operate seamlessly without the associated cost. Riding a bicycle has become a mainstay form of transportation for many different consumers around the world. As it continues to rise in popularity, the need for [more affordable yet advanced solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macfox-s2) will likely rise in unison, which this device looks to satisfy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Cost-effective Electric Bike Shifting Systems:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating affordable electric bicycle shifting systems that can compete with wireless systems. - **Wired Electric Bike Shifting Systems:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in wired shifting systems that can offer seamless operation at a lower cost than wireless systems. - **Advanced Solutions for Electric Bicycles:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing advanced and affordable solutions to meet the rising popularity of electric bicycles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Electric Bicycle Industry:** The electric bicycle industry can benefit from the development of more cost-effective and wired shifting systems to meet the rising demand for advanced electric bicycles. - **Bicycle Manufacturing Industry:** Bicycle manufacturers can explore the opportunity of incorporating more affordable and advanced shifting systems to stay competitive in the market. - **Electronics Industry:** The electronics industry can capitalize on the opportunity by developing sophisticated electric bicycle shifting systems that can operate both wired and wirelessly. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Auitomatic Electronic Bike Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/di2-shifting.md) - [Predictive Shifting E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocycle-gxi.md) - [E-Bike Transmission Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-bike-transmission.md) - [Smart Ebike Powertrains](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sram-eagle-powertrain.md) - [Automatic Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gocycle-g4.md) - [Featherlight eBike Motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mahle-xs-system.md) - [Externally-Powered eBike Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xs-system.md) - [Gear-Laden Folding E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gearladen-folding-ebike.md) - [Smart Shifting Commuter Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lectric-one.md)