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Safe (electric) bike for elderly
In recent years, most deadly victims in traffic have been cyclists. Older cyclists on an electric bicycle are the main victims. Many of the articles in newspapers where these traffic accidents are named, point out the cause of these accidents: people often fall while getting on and off the bicycle, especially when sudden breaking is needed or when they need to come off the bike unexpectedly. An increased start speed or unexpected engine activity cause people to fall. Most accidents could have been prevented with a different type of electric bike, a type that does not cause difficulty when getting on and off and one of which the pedal support power assistance does not (de)activate unexpectedly. vanRaam manufactures the ideal bike for elderly: the (Tavara) Balance. Read more about the low step through bike Balance here.
Low step through and unique seating position; always with two feet directly on the ground
For the past 30 years vanRaam has been manufacturing the ideal, safe bike for elderly. During the Fietsrai of 1985 architect Piet Tauber received an award from minister Kroes (Ministry of transport, traffic and water management) as winner of a contest for safe bikes. He won this price for his effort in the designing process of the (Tavara) Balance. vanRaam still manufactures this bicycle.
Take a look at the advantages and unique riding characteristics of the Balance here:
The bicyle has a unique frame: a low step through and, when seated, the rider’s feet can always reach the ground immediately. Unlike a regular low step through bicycle, the (Tavara) Balance is equipped with a lowered seat. Regular low step through bikes have an elevated seating position and causes elderly to still fall.
The ergonomics of the frame is such that the low step through allows the rider to get on and off the bicycle easily. Despite this low step through and the lowered seat the rider is still able to make to make the optimum pedal movement. This is because the rider is not above, but behind the crank-gear. The unique seating position allows the rider to reach the ground with both feet and causes its center of gravity to be lower.
More forward pedal movement allowsthe riders to make better use of their leg muscles than with a regular bicycle. This makes cycling easier and more comfortable.
vanRaam’s Balance’s frame construction also reduces strain on wrists, back, neck and shoulders.
Read more about the Balance on the product page.
Unique and easy to use electric pedal support power assistance
The electric variation on this bike has additional unique features. Distinctive about vanRaam’s unique Silent (electric) system:
It’s very quiet and works on a power and rotation sensor, which prevents the engine from suddenly turning off or on.
The power of the engine and other characteristics (torque at the bottom, maximum speed, acceleration etc.) are continuously regulated by its software.
The ‘drive-away’ (starting aid/launch control) feature is installed as standard. This feature makes it easier to ascend from a basement for example; the bicycle will lift itself while you walk right next to it and leave the ‘drive-away’ button pressed. The feature aids the rider in accelerating to the desired speed.
It comes with a unique console with limited features on its display so you will not be distracted. Another advantage is that the display is not sensitive to theft and does not have to be removed from the bike every time.
If you still want to see or adjust more, you can do so via a handy smartphone app. With the vanRaam app, you can set a different support mode on your vanRaam bike.
One electric bike battery will last you 80 kilometers. A second battery can be taken along to increase the range to 160 kilometers.
More information about vanRaam's unique Silent pedal support can be found on the page about pedal support.
Instruction video: Balance low step through bicycle
See more of the Balance low entry bike in the product video below.
The renewed Balance low entry bike explained
Trying out the Balance yourself
Would you like to test the advantages of this safe e-bike for elderly during a free test ride at vanRaam? Make an appointment online to schedule a test ride with one of our vanRaam advisors in the showroom in Varsseveld, the Netherlands. You can also find a dealer near you and contact him to discuss the possibilities for a test ride.
Conclusion: World’s safest bicycle
vanRaam’s balance is one of the safest bicycles available because of its frame and unique engine.The Balance has many unique riding characteristics and is very suitable for seniors. The beauty of this bike is that it is also produced entirely in the Netherlands.
Check out our other bikes
In case the rider is still insecure on a bicycle, vanRaam manufactures a wide range of safe tricycles or other special needs bikes which provide even more stability.
View all the vanRaam bikes below:
Our bikes
Tricycles
People, who cannot ride on a regular bicycle, look for a proper and safe alternative.
Wheelchair bikes
The vanRaam wheelchair bikes are used to enable a wheelchair dependent person to travel by cycle.
Side-by-side tandems
The two persons have a good view and can communicate well with each other due to the seats being next to each other.
Low step through bikes
The low step through bikes from vanRaam enable people to get on their bikes easier.
Electric mobility scooter bike
The compact electric scooter bike is designed for people with stability problems or variable energy level.
Transport bikes
Our transport bikes are for children or adults who cannot or do not want to take part in traffic on their own or for recreational use.
Customer experience electric Balance bike
Read more about the use of the Balance low step through electric bike for seniors in this customer experience.
Read more about the Balance bike for seniors
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