Do E-Bike Accessories Drain Your Battery Faster?
Electric bike riders often customize their bikes with accessories for comfort, safety, and convenience, but these additions can affect battery performance. Extra weight from racks, baskets, and panniers increases the workload on the motor, leading to higher energy consumption. Powered accessories such as lights and digital displays also use battery power, reducing the total riding distance. Understanding these effects helps riders make smarter choices and maintain better battery efficiency.