# Affordable Electric Bikes The Wave eBike Offers a Long Range and High Speeds at a Low Price By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-05-09 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-ebike References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/wave-ebike-fast-affordable/37307/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/wave-electric-28-mph-bike) The Wave eBike is quite simply the [most affordable electric bike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dahon-kfeather) ever made. This bike is a great option for those who like the idea of owning an electric bike but can't afford typical market offerings. Not only is this bike inexpensive, it also provides [long range](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raptee-t30) and high speed. This electric bike is powered by a 750-watt hub motor that is powered by a removable 48-volt, 12 Ah battery. The bike can hit a [top speed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialized-vado-sl-2-alloy-40) of 48 km/h with pedal assist and 45 km/h on pure electric mode. This battery can be charged in five or six hours with a regular charger, or two to three hours with a proprietary fast charger. The Wave eBike shows that affordability and performance can indeed go hand-in-hand when it comes to electric bikes, who don't necessarily have to be the strict territory of the well-monied. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Affordable Electric Bikes:** The trend of affordable electric bikes offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the transportation industry, making eco-friendly transportation more accessible to a wider demographic. - **Long Range Electric Bikes:** The trend of long range electric bikes presents opportunities for innovation in the outdoor recreation industry, enabling longer and more adventurous rides for electric bike enthusiasts. - **High Speed Electric Bikes:** The trend of high speed electric bikes opens up opportunities for disruptive innovation in the urban mobility industry, providing faster and more efficient transportation options in crowded cities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Electric Bike Manufacturing:** The electric bike manufacturing industry has the opportunity to capitalize on the trend of affordable electric bikes by offering competitively priced options with high performance. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can leverage the trend of long range electric bikes by developing innovative accessories and experiences that cater to the needs of outdoor enthusiasts. - **Urban Mobility:** The urban mobility industry can embrace the trend of high speed electric bikes by integrating them into existing transportation systems and infrastructure, offering commuters a faster and greener alternative to traditional modes of transportation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Powerful Performance E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/king-e-cheetah.md) - [Affordable High-Performance E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cgo600.md) - [Affordable Moped E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revv1.md) - [Reliable Budget-Friendly Ebikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birdbike.md) - [Department Store E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyper-e-ride.md) - [Triple-Battery E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eunorau-flash.md) - [Affordable Step-Through E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cgo800s.md) - [High-Capacity E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wildeway-fw11-s.md) - [Beach-Targeted E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cafe-cruiser.md)