Best E-Bike Gifts for Friends & Family (or Yourself)

Written by: Rémy Rossi | December 17, 2024 | Time to read 3 min

Get some last-minute gift-giving inspiration with this e-Bike guide for friends and family, or even treat yourself!

More about the Author: Remy Rossi

Rémy Rossi is a bike writer, mechanic, and educator who got his start in community-based bike shops and co-ops. With a decade in the industry, he still wrenches on bikes when he can and plays bike polo on a fixie.

Riese & Müller electric bike with gifts and Ortlied panniers

When the gift-buying time of year rolls around, my friends and family know by now that pretty much anything bike-related is fair game for me. If you’ve got a special cyclist in your life, it can be hard to know where to start to find the right gift.

I’ve brainstormed some of the best e-Bike gifts that will land well and elevate their ride. And remember that you deserve cycling goodies too— don’t think these e-Bike treats are off limits for some self-indulgence this holiday season!

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Introduction

Give an electric bike

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Give an electric bike

Upway Garage Sale and Aventon electric bike

Countless Christmas movies and home videos have documented the classic gift of a bicycle over the years. There’s something so wholesome about giving a bike, an item that will last well beyond Christmas morning. While Hallmark movies never seem to change, bikes sure do— now we’ve got electric bikes!

For a cyclist, receiving a complete electric bike is the ultimate gift. I mean it doesn’t get much better than that, does it? E-Bikes are more reliable and accessible than ever, especially with the huge deals available at Upway. We have a large selection of brand-new and certified pre-owned e-Bikes. Each model is rigorously inspected and professionally reconditioned, including a one-year warranty.

What's the best deal on a high-end electric bike?

I could dive into some recommended e-Bikes, but that all depends on that specific person on your Nice List. I’ve recently reported on Upway’s best December deals and my top 5 Christmas gift ideas for cyclists if you need suggestions. Find an affordable electric bike from top brands like Aventon, Specialized, and so many more. There are e-Bikes of all types, including city e-Bikes, women electric bike, and electric mountain bikes.

Interested in the best deals on Upway?

Ortlieb panniers

Bike tourist with gear and Orlieb panniers

The most trusted name when it comes to durable bike bags and panniers, Ortlieb is any cyclist’s dream. They’re totally waterproof, easy to use, and ultra-sturdy thanks to their quality construction and mounting mechanism. Ortlieb bags are pieces of gear that will last a lifetime if you treat them right, making them a smart investment for frequent commuters or bike tourists. Such a great set of panniers can inspire cyclists to take on new adventures or extended trips, packing in memories along the way. My personal favorite is the class Ortlieb Back Roller Pannier with its huge carry capacity and stellar design.

Bike lights

Bike rider at nighttime with red rear light

Bike lights may not be the most flashy of cyclist gifts— on second thought, maybe they literally are the flashiest. These small bike accessories can make a huge difference to safety and enjoying a ride in low-light conditions (what a joy it is to see where you’re going). Riders with high-quality lights (not those dinky disposable ones) will feel like more confident and stronger riders. Trust me, it’s money well spent and a great stocking stuffer!

I got my pair of front and rear lights eight years ago and they are still going strong as some of my most used accessories. If the Christmas tree gets decorated with fancy lights, why shouldn’t an electric bike?

Heavy-duty bike lock

For my birthday many years ago, I was given a bike lock. I wasn’t too excited about it to be honest. It was more of a necessity because Campus Security had cut my lock the semester prior after I left my bike attached to a light pole for 30 minutes (I know, right). I was grateful— don’t get me wrong— but the heavy chain just wasn’t the most exciting gift I’d ever received. However, 10+ years later, that lock is still my daily lock and I love it. It turned out to be a great gift.

All that is to say, a hunk of fabric-covered chain or a thick D-lock may not seem like a glamorous gift, but they certainly can be. If you are gifting a bike, a high-quality lock is perhaps even a necessary add-on to defend against theft.

Final Thoughts

Whether it’s an Upway e-Bike, a pair of indestructible Ortlieb panniers, or a thoughtful stocking stuffer like high-quality bike lights, these gifts can transform your ride. And let’s not forget the humble yet invaluable bike lock—practical gifts often stand the test of time. So go ahead and spread some two-wheeled joy this season.

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