Van Raam produces uniquely special needs bicycles and specializes in tricycles, transport bikes, scooterbikes, wheelchair bikes, tandem bikes, double rider bikes, and low step trough bikes (also known as comfortbikes). Each model is also available as an electric bike (Pedelec).
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Most of Van Raam's adapted bikes can be equipped with the unique pedal support. Find out the most important information about pedal support and what the range of a Van Raam battery can be, how many kilometers an e bike battery from Van Raam holds.
The range of the batteries, so how many kilometres the battery of an electric bike will last, depends on several factors. Check out this Video.
Van Raam has three different types of e-bike batteries that all use lithium-ion and are also all made in the Netherlands. Why does Van Raam has three different types of batteries? This is because all types of bikes are different and therefore also need different batteries. So how many kilometers an e bike battery lasts depends on the batterie model.
The two-wheeled tandems Kivo and Twinny, the low-entry bike Balance as well as the wheelchair bikes and the rickshaw bike Chat have a slim lithium-ion battery.
The Van Raam tricycles are all equipped with a Cube lithium-ion battery. The heavy-ion battery can also be selected, the difference between the cube batteries is that the heavy-ion battery has a higher capacity. Learn more about the technical data on the page of the pedal support.
Also read the article ''Frequently asked questions about Van Raam batteries'' for more information about our batteries.
The range of the batteries, i.e. how many kilometers an e-bike battery holds, depends on many different factors. Therefore, only a royal assessment of the range can be given. The average range of a standard battery is between 50 - 70 km. The most important factors that determine how many kilometers a battery lasts are the capacity of the battery and the bike type.
See the average range for each bike with a standard battery in the chart below, this data was collected by field measurements from a number of app users. On the product page of a bike, you can also find the minimum and maximum range at the technical specifications.
| Bike type | Average range |
|---|---|
| Balance low step through bike | 82 km |
| Chat transport bike | 37 km |
| Easy Go scooter bike | 51 km |
| Easy Rider tricycle | 50 km |
| Easy Rider Compact tricycle | 50 km |
| Easy Rider Compact Small tricycle | 40 km |
| Easy Sport tricycle | 59 km |
| Fun2Go side-by-side tandem | 39 km |
| Kivo tandem | 74 km |
| Kivo Plus tandem | 45 km |
| Maxi tricycle | 60 km |
| Midi tricycle | 61 km |
| OPair wheelchair bike | 57 km |
| Twinny tandem | 68 km |
| Twinny Plus tandem | 54 km |
| VeloPlus wheelchair bike | 59 km |
Furthermore, the power you use yourself when pedaling and the selected level of support also has an affect on the range of your battery. We have explained some factors further below.
On the basis of the LED lights on the display you can see an indication whether the battery is fully charged (all lights are on), it is already about half empty (half of the lights are on) or almost empty.
The weight of the bike and the person play a role. If you now ride with two people or one person, the battery is used differently. If you drive alone instead, the battery is less loaded and you can drive longer.
For example, if you have not properly inflated your tires, cycling will be much more difficult. So make sure that you have inflated the tires correctly! Then you also have a smaller chance of getting a flat tire and the tires last longer, which is also better for the environment. The recommended tire pressure is usually on the side of the outer tires.
It matters a lot whether you have to cycle on flat roads or cycle up and down in the mountains.
Rain, wind and temperature, everything affects how much electricity your e-bike uses. You are lucky with a tailwind and it rolls easily, but with headwind it takes more energy to get ahead, of course. In cold temperatures, the energy flows through the system less easily.
Unfortunately, one does not always have an influence on the situation, as in the points described above. However, if you want to get as far as possible with your electric bike with a full battery, it is important to switch your bike gearsin a sustainable and logical manner. So at a traffic light, switch back to first gear so that you can just start driving again.
In particular, your batteries need special attention in the autumn and winter months where it is colder. We at Van Raam have put together a few tips on how to keep your batteries in optimal condition. Read these in the article: "Tips for optimal performance of the batteries of Van Raam bicycles" or ask your adviser during a test ride.
To find out more about your batteries and how long a battery lasts, you can also visit a Van Raam dealer near you. In Varsseveld and Treuchtlingen you will find our showrooms, in which you are cordially invited to a test ride and counseling. Just make an appointment in advance and try out different Van Raam bicycles with an electric motor. Our consultants can answer all your questions.
The Van Raam e-bike batteries are connected to the unique Van Raam pedal support. This has been around since 2011 and was developed by and for Van Raam itself, specifically for the rehabilitation market. In addition to the simple operation and three electric pedal support stands, you also have the starting aid for an easier start if you need extra support. A unique feature is that you can not only ride forward but also ride backwards. Furthermore, the unique pedal support has been chosen as the test winner in the ExtraEnegry test every year since 2012. Learn more about the pedal support on the pedal support page.
Van Raam bikes that have the Van Raam electrical system also receive their standard lighting through it. Find out in the article "Lighting via the Van Raam electrical system" how the centrally switched lighting works and whether you have light on your bike with an empty battery.
During the cold winter months or the warm summer months, the batteries of Van Raam’s electric bicycles need some extra care. We provide you with a few tips so you can enjoy your electric bicycle during this time of the year.
Are you interested in an adapted Van Raam bike with pedal support or do you already have a Van Raam bike with pedal support and wonder how to remove your battery from the bike, charge it and reconnect it to the bike? Then read on, through our video and article we will show you what types of batteries are available and how to attach and detach the batteries from the bike. Furthermore, we also explain how to charge a Van Raam battery.
An electric bicycle is much cheaper to purchase and use than a car. With the high fuel prices, it is therefore certainly worth it to use your (electric) bike. We give you 8 tips for cycling as economically as possible with your Van Raam e-bike.
Van Raam's electric bicycles are equipped with Lithium Ion (Li-ion) batteries. In this article Rick de Jonge, electrical engineer at Van Raam, answers some frequently asked questions about these batteries.
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